Being both a graduate and teacher in this high school (as well as other schools) I can agree and disagree with the other reviews. Going into college I felt like I was fully prepared in the English and Language Arts area. Mrs. Iris Wheeler had me fully prepared in composition and speech. There are a few
... Read more areas that need improvement. I agree that you can get away with anything if you participate in athletics, especially if you're good. Most teachers are willing to help you if needed, but it seems like there are alot of 'free days' given. As for the problems of rudeness to others, that starts at home before they get to high school. Piketon High doesn't have half of the problems that schools in larger cities do. The 'violence' in this school is nothing compared to elementaries in Columbus. Be lucky your children have a safe educational environment! Read less
Posted by a student on 02/21/08
My overall experience with Piketon was good. There is a few improvements need to be done. I don't feel I was as prepared for college in the English/Language arts area. Sports has always been an issue. I was in sports so I reaped the benefits. If you were in sports you got away with anything. I
... Read more had some great teachers at Piketon. Ms. Sally Wheeler SS teacher, Mr. Taylor (RIP) great math teacher, Ms. Ransdell home economics, and Mr. Anderson you were great. Read less
Posted by a former student on 08/07/06
I had 2 children go to Piketon schools,I had no trouble.Now I have three grandchildren going there,the oldest(going in 7th grade),was stuggling.They have tutored him and helped him so much.He doesn't have a 'big last name',so I'm not sure where some people are coming up with that.I think Piketon Schools
... Read more are the best ones in Pike County.Parents are responsible for getting involved. So stop complaining and get involved. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/22/05
I used to attend this school, and when I was there I didn't have any problems with getting the help that I needed fromt the teachers or asking questions. This school is not as bad as people make it out to be. Its a little school in a poor place to be. Its not going to big the school that everyone
... Read more wants to go to when you first see it. Read less
Posted by a former student on 07/08/05
I feel that Piketon High School is a big joke! The principal here does nothing about discipline problems. When I was a student there I had to deal with harrasment issues. I also had to deal with fellow students throwing food at me in the lunch room, while a teacher stood near by and watched and did nothing
... Read more about it. i had to deal with name calling. When i talked to the principal he told me that he would have teachers watching so this would no longer go on, but do you think that happened? NO! I was constantly humiliated! The only time I was happy was at home with my family. I felt as though i would have a mental breakdown. I then started to have attendance problems and my grades started to slip when previously i was a honor student. I didn't let this stop me. I graduated with honors! Parents do not let this happen to your child! Read less
Posted by a former student on 05/08/05
I am a teacher AND cheerleading coach for the high school cheerleaders. The cheerleaders received $7000 from the board for a trip to Orlando, FL. They also raised almost $29,000 in the past 11 months to pay for their own uniforms, competitions and additional funding for the trip. I am also a teacher
... Read more in the high school. I do not have problems with students sharing books I have books that are one or two years old. If a teacher wants books they simply need to ask for them. I have not been turned down for educational supplies. I feel fortunate to have a job in this district. We are very lucky compared to most. If you have problems as a 'staff member' OR as a parent you should take them up with administration or find out the 'why's' behind the information you are so quick to complain about. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 04/14/05
piketon high school is a BIG joke,they care nothing about academics. it's all about sports. if you go in to complain as a parent suddenly you are the problem. There are a handfull of excellent teachers but that's not a drop in the bucket. My child has been a honor student from the first day of school
... Read more but is considered a 'NOBODY' because he/she is not consumed with playing sports. They have a very strict dress code that is applied according to last names only. The cheerleaders were just awarded $7,000 by the school board to go to florida but yet we have students who have to share books because there's not enough to go around. what's wrong with that picture? Think long and hard before sending your child to this school,checking the status of your last name wouldn't hurt either! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/05
I would like to say thank you to the 9th and tenth grade Teachers they are wonderful! I do feel that the office staff could get down off their petistol and learn that this community is poor and that they are no better than anyone else, as well our athletic dept. well the boys are huge in being adevertised
... Read more and they get a huge turn out as well as the high school band playing for their opening , I have a daughter in almost every sport including band these girls do not get the respect the boys do they are not televised nor does the band play for them. And we ask why no answers except the school doesnt pay for the advertisment ok what about the band why cant they play at our home games?I think we are a gender athlet. discriminating school with the girls. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/20/05
wow! i graduated from piketon in 1999 and i don't think that the school system is bad but it is in great need of an adjustment of a few teachers attitudes toward troubled children and children in need of guidance. i agree with most of pam cutlers response. overall piketon high is a great school, i
... Read more have no complaints from when i went to school. Read less
Posted by a former student on 11/12/04
I have a stepson who is in the 7th grade. If it were not for us putting a stop to it this school would have passed him on with all 'f's. I think this is horrid. I found out that they are even considering letting him join the soccer team as long as he one carries a minimum of 1 F. What in the world are
... Read more they teaching these kids? His dad and I live North of Piketon and have never has a report card, event calender or anything ever sent to us and when you call and ask about it they act as if it would be a problem for them to do that. HELLO. I'll buy you a stamp. Cindy Wiggins Read less
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Student enrollment:
700
Students per teacher:
19
Full-time teachers:
37
Number of classrooms:
36
Vocational Education
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Internet/Web Site
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English as Second Language
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Piketon schools — Piketon High School is located at 1414 Piketon Rd, Piketon OH 45661. 1414 Piketon Rd is in the 45661 ZIP code in Piketon, OH The school district for Piketon High School is the Scioto Valley Local School District. Piketon High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 12.
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