Serving 135 students in grades 7-12, Pickerington Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pickerington Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pickerington Academy's student population of 135 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
135 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pickerington Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickerington Academy is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%

Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
25%
17%

White
52%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickerington Academy's ranking?
Pickerington Academy is ranked #1507 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pickerington Academy?
The graduation rate of Pickerington Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pickerington Academy?
135 students attend Pickerington Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pickerington Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Pickerington Academy offer ?
Pickerington Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pickerington Academy part of?
Pickerington Academy is part of Pickerington Local School District.
In what neighborhood is Pickerington Academy located?
Pickerington Academy is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Pickerington, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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