Serving 931 students in grades 9-12, Piqua High School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Piqua High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Piqua, OH, covering approximately 51.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piqua High School's student population of 931 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
931 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Rankings
Piqua High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piqua High School is 0.32, which is less 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
#2111 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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
91%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piqua High School's ranking?
Piqua High School is ranked #2111 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Piqua High School often compared to?
Piqua High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Piqua High School?
The graduation rate of Piqua High School is 91%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Piqua High School?
931 students attend Piqua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Piqua High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piqua High School?
Piqua High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piqua High School offer ?
Piqua High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piqua High School part of?
Piqua High School is part of Piqua City School District.
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