For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,104 students in 45661, OH.
The top-ranked public middle school in 45661, OH is Piketon Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 45661 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45661, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45661, OH Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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 | 448 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 middle schools in 45661, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45661, OH include Piketon Jr/sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 45661?
2 public middle schools are located in 45661.
What is the racial composition of students in 45661?
45661 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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