Best Schools in Piketon, Ohio
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Piketon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jasper Elementary School
Elementary · Scioto Valley Local. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Piketon Jr/sr High School
High · Scioto Valley Local. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$127,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$127,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Piketon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasper Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Piketon Jr/sr High School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $57,250
- Median home value
- $127,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Piketon compares
Ohio rank
#179 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Ohio avg (6.2)
Median household income
$57k
80% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
4
Scioto Valley Local runs 67% of Piketon's public schools
Piketon touches 2 districts, but Scioto Valley Local is the one most addresses actually attend.
Scioto Valley Local accounts for 2 of 3 public schools (67%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.1 to 7.8 — the spread is inside Piketon, not a citywide average.
- Scioto Valley Local2 public · 67%
- Pike County Area1 public · 33%
About Schools in Piketon, Ohio
Piketon, Ohio is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Piketon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Piketon is Jasper Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Piketon is served by 2 school districts: Scioto Valley Local, Pike County Area. These districts collectively serve 1,618 students.
Piketon's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,250. The poverty rate in the area is 21.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 514 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 656 students · 5th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 448 students · 7th–12th | 5.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miracle City AcademyPrivate 63 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Piketon
Piketon, Ohio · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,250
Median Home Value
$127,200
Median Rent
$786/mo
Population
7,528
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
21.0%
Community Profile
Piketon has a median household income of $57,250. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $127,200, with a median rent of $786/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Piketon, Ohio
How many schools are in Piketon, Ohio?
Piketon has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Piketon, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Piketon is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Piketon, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Piketon on MySchoolScout is Jasper Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Piketon, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Piketon on MySchoolScout is Jasper Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Piketon, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Piketon on MySchoolScout is Piketon Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Piketon, Ohio?
Piketon is served by 2 school districts: Scioto Valley Local, Pike County Area.
What is the education level in Piketon, Ohio?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Piketon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Piketon, Ohio?
The median household income in Piketon is approximately $57,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Piketon, Ohio?
Yes, Piketon has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Miracle City Academy with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Piketon, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Piketon is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Piketon, Ohio?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.