For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,572 students in 45661, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 72 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 45661, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45661, OH are Jasper Elementary School and Piketon Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45661 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45661, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45661, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jasper Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3185 Jasper Rd
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2425
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2425
Gr: PK-4 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Piketon Jr/sr High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1414 Piketon Rd
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2254
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2254
Gr: 5-12 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Vern Riffe Career Technology C
Vocational School
175 Beaver Creek Rd
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2721
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2721
Gr: 7-12 | 445 students Minority enrollment: 4%
45661, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
13806 St Rte 220
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2871
Piketon, OH 45661
(740) 289-2871
Gr: 4-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45661, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45661, OH include Jasper Elementary School and Piketon Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 45661?
3 public schools are located in 45661.
What percentage of students in 45661 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 45661 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45661?
45661 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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