PICKERINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CENTRAL

Pickerington High School Central is a Title I public high school that is part of the Pickerington Local school district, located in Pickerington, OH with about 1,717 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 87 teachers, Pickerington High School Central has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pickerington High School Central, located at 300 Opportunity Way in Pickerington, Ohio, is a prominent secondary school serving the Pickerington Local School District. As one of the district’s two high schools, it maintains a strong reputation for academic rigor and a comprehensive extracurricular program. The school serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional college-preparatory coursework, career-technical education, and various Advanced Placement (AP) offerings.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Pickerington Central is perhaps most widely recognized for its robust athletics program and vibrant school spirit. The "Tigers" compete at a high level in the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) and have a storied history of success in sports like football and basketball. The school fosters a strong sense of community through its various student organizations, performing arts programs, and traditions, aiming to provide a holistic educational experience that emphasizes both individual character development and community involvement.

For more information, contact Pickerington High School Central at (614) 833-3025 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

300 Opportunity Way
Pickerington, OH 43147-1296
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PICKERINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CENTRAL is a public Title I school in Pickerington, OH with about 1,717 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Pickerington Local
Total Students:
1,717
Teachers:
87.65
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,717 students

White
51.8%
Black or African American
29.2%
Two or more races
9.0%
Hispanic/Latino
5.2%
Asian
4.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.5%
Male
52.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.