Pickerington High School Central is a public high school in Pickerington, Ohio, United States. It is one of two high schools in the Pickerington Local School District, serving grades 9???2. The school mascot is the Tiger.
Serving 1,711 students in grades 9-12, Pickerington High School Central ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pickerington High School Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pickerington High School Central's student population of 1,711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,711 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Pickerington High School Central ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickerington High School Central is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1406 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickerington High School Central's ranking?
Pickerington High School Central is ranked #1406 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Pickerington High School Central often compared to?
Pickerington High School Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Pickerington High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pickerington High School Central?
The graduation rate of Pickerington High School Central is 98%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Pickerington High School Central?
1,711 students attend Pickerington High School Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pickerington High School Central students are Black, 36% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pickerington High School Central?
Pickerington High School Central has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pickerington High School Central offer ?
Pickerington High School Central offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickerington High School Central part of?
Pickerington High School Central is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Pickerington High School Central located?
Pickerington High School Central is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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