PIKETON JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

Piketon Jr/Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Scioto Valley Local school district, located in Piketon, OH with about 492 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 27 teachers, Piketon Jr/Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Piketon Jr/Sr High School, located in the Scioto Valley Local School District in Pike County, Ohio, serves as a combined secondary institution for students in grades 7 through 12. As the primary secondary school for the community, it plays a central role in the local educational landscape, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce. The school is known for its "Redstreak" mascot and maintains a strong focus on fostering a supportive, small-town learning environment that emphasizes academic growth alongside extracurricular involvement.

Beyond its academic programs, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of the village of Piketon. It provides a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities that encourage student engagement and community pride. By housing both junior high and high school students under one roof, the school facilitates a continuous developmental path, allowing for strong mentorship opportunities and a cohesive campus culture that serves the families of the Scioto Valley district.

For more information, contact Piketon Jr/Sr High School at (740) 289-2254 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.