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6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Piqua, Ohio

9 schools · 4 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High

Public: 6
Private: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
Estimated Scores: 38%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.3/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$66,134

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$144,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
15%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
19 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Piqua compares

Ohio rank

#247 of 442

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Ohio avg (6.2)

Median household income

$66k

93% of Ohio median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Piqua, Ohio

Piqua, Ohio is home to 9 schools, including 6 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Piqua show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Piqua is Piqua Catholic School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Piqua is served by 2 school districts: Piqua City, Upper Valley Career Center. These districts collectively serve 4,038 students.

Piqua's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,134. The poverty rate in the area is 13.5%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (9) Elementary (4) Middle (3) High (2)
Filter by Type: All Types (9) Public (6) Private (3)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (9) Academics (9) Growth (5) Diversity (5) Resources (6)
Filter by ZIP: 45356 (9)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
Springcreek Primary Elementary School
488 students · Kindergarten–3rd 		4.8
2
Washington Primary Elementary School
533 students · Kindergarten–3rd 		4.2
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
PIQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private
149 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated
2
NICHOLAS SCHOOL Private
37 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
Piqua Junior High School
473 students · 7th–8th 		7.0
2
Piqua Central Intermediate School
701 students · 4th–6th 		6.4
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
PIQUA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
2 students · 2nd–3rd 		Not Rated

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Upper Valley Career Center
927 students · 7th–12th 		7.6
2
Piqua High School
916 students · 9th–12th 		5.1

Schools in Piqua

Piqua, Ohio · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$66,134

Median Home Value

$144,500

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

25,155

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Community Profile

Piqua has a median household income of $66,134. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $144,500, with a median rent of $900/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Ohio
Total Schools
9
Elementary
4
Middle
3
High
2
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.3/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

Piqua City

5 schools · 3,111 students

Upper Valley Career Center

1 school · 927 students

Nearby Cities

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Sidney (11 schools)
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Russia (2 schools)
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Bradford (2 schools)
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Tipp City (8 schools)
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West Milton (3 schools)
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Fort Loramie (2 schools)
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Anna (3 schools)
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Versailles (3 schools)
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Union (1 school)
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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Piqua, Ohio

How many schools are in Piqua, Ohio?

Piqua has 9 schools, including 6 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Piqua, Ohio?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Piqua is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Piqua, Ohio?

The top-ranked school in Piqua on MySchoolScout is Piqua Catholic School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Piqua, Ohio?

The top-ranked elementary school in Piqua on MySchoolScout is Piqua Catholic School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Piqua, Ohio?

The top-ranked middle school in Piqua on MySchoolScout is Piqua Junior High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in Piqua, Ohio?

The top-ranked high school in Piqua on MySchoolScout is Upper Valley Career Center with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Piqua, Ohio?

Piqua is served by 2 school districts: Piqua City, Upper Valley Career Center.

What is the education level in Piqua, Ohio?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Piqua have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Piqua, Ohio?

The median household income in Piqua is approximately $66,134 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Piqua, Ohio?

Yes, Piqua has 3 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Piqua Catholic School with a score of 7.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Piqua, Ohio?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Piqua 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 Piqua, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.