Serving 701 students in grades 4-6, Piqua Central Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piqua Central Intermediate School's student population of 701 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Piqua Central Intermediate 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 Central Intermediate School is 0.32, which is less 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
#1776 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piqua Central Intermediate School's ranking?
Piqua Central Intermediate School is ranked #1776 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Piqua Central Intermediate School?
701 students attend Piqua Central Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Piqua Central Intermediate School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piqua Central Intermediate School?
Piqua Central Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Piqua Central Intermediate School offer ?
Piqua Central Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piqua Central Intermediate School part of?
Piqua Central Intermediate School is part of Piqua City School District.
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