River Valley Middle School vs Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 9.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
River Valley Middle School
Caledonia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
481 students
Ulysses S. Grant Middle School
Marion · Public middle · Grades 6–8
917 students
| Measure | River Valley Middle School Caledonia, Ohio | Ulysses S. Grant Middle School Marion, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #300 of 646 | #580 of 646 |
| National rank | #2862 of 15,369 | #9238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 481 | 917 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 917 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 45% |
| city | Caledonia | Marion |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Valley Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.4 vs 42.7).
- •River Valley Middle School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 45%).
- •River Valley Middle School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 33%).
- •Ulysses S. Grant Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 18.5).
- •Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is the larger school with 917 students compared with 481.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is River Valley Middle School better than Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), River Valley Middle School ranks higher (72.4 vs 42.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are River Valley Middle School and Ulysses S. Grant Middle School?
About 9.2 km in a straight line, between Caledonia and Marion in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
River Valley Middle School: 481. Ulysses S. Grant Middle School: 917. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do River Valley Middle School and Ulysses S. Grant Middle School rank in Ohio?
River Valley Middle School is 300th of 646 and Ulysses S. Grant Middle School is 580th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).