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Pickerington Central High School in Columbus, Ohio

Pickerington Central High School Detail

(614) 833-3025
300 Opportunity Way
Pickerington, OH 43147
Levels: 9-12
District: Pickerington Local School District


Pickerington Central High School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Multiracial:4.7% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:68.3% (2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:2.8% (2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:22.4% (2008)
Hispanic:1.7% (2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:16.6% (2008)

Pickerington Central High School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating4
Average Principals Rating4
Average Teachers Rating4
Average Activities Rating5
Average Parents Rating4
Average Safety Rating3

Pickerington Central High School Reviews

Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-06-10
“I am an upcoming sophomore at PHSC, fights break out occasionaly and some students act out, what schools doesnt have those problems? This is a great school for education, the teachers really are into helping the students learn to their ability and even beyond that. I used to not want to go to school before high school, but now i hop right up in the morning and I'm upset when the bell rings to leave 9th period because I love school. PHSC is a fantastic school with great academics, and an amazing football team.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-04-16
“I can't say that PHSC is any different than the rest of the schools in Pickerington and around the country. As a parent who has volunteered for the last 8 years I can honesty say that out of control kids are everywhere. When parents stop parenting, make excuses for their childs bad behavior and tie the hands of the school district when it comes to discipline there's not much you can do. The PHSC staff are doing the best that they can considering that not only do many students disrespect them, but also the parents. I'm very proud to be a Tiger Mom. My son, a freshman, is receiving a wonderful education and is an A student. I support PLSD and will continue to do so as they have a fabulous record when it comes to education.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-03-01
“The leaders of this school have an absolute tolerance policy. They allow children to walk in and out of classes without penalty. Classrooms are so loud, noisy and uncontrolled that the office workers can not even call into the classroom - they must utilize office workers to run notes to teachers. Fights break out daily - no one ever hears of students being penalized - oh, I'm sorry - they serve 'In School Suspension' - which means they get to complete all assignments in a separate room from the norm! Where's the penalty in this? If a child acts up, they get sent home! This doesn't happen in Pickerington! Wish I had an accurate review of the schools before moving here!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-01-14
“I go here everyday and eventhough i dont particularly like alot of the normalhigh school drama i can say from experience this school is friggin awesome it forces students to challenge themselves and to the parent talking about students coming in and starting fights most fight are from kids who have been here for years lol its funny to hear parents bashing others for their childs mistakes this school rocks and I love it”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2009-01-01
“As a recent graduate of PHSC, I can safely tell you that the school is not going down the drain. I am currently an education major and I know the quality of schools in comparison to PHSC. It has great extracurricular activities and after school programs. Yes, it is getting more racially diverse, but that does not mean it will have an 'education and discipline crisis.' Many schools face discipline problems and PHSC has a new principal that needs to settle in and understand his student body before he can fix the major problems. Students do not move into the district just to create fights and lower the test scores. The schools has wonderful teachers and administrators that provide a wonderful learning environment for all levels of students. The past few years has been quite rough, but it is still by far a great school, in comparison to others in Ohio.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2007-06-05
“Pickerington High school Central is getting worse every single year. Year after year, more and more students who have no interest in education and just want to socialize and get into fights move to the district and make the school's test scores lower and lower. There are many extracurricular activities, but fewer students are joining every year. If this path continues, Pickerington Central will be in an education and discipline crisis.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2007-02-11
“A spirited school that has a lot to offer to students. Academics porvide a challenge for the students and they demand a lot out of the older teens. Preparing them for the best. Music, arts, and drama are exceptionally fantastic. We have a award winning Choral group and a outgoing drama department. Art is provided at a amazing level and the teachers work with students to prepare them for art college, if they choose. I wouldnt call this a parent orientented school. for the most part the students play the most involvment in what happens in terms of school activities but thats not a negative. It teaches them a lot.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2006-08-02
“The school was 'okay'. I was not impressed. Respect seemed to be lacking.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-10-02
“Pickerington schools offer academic excellance while provide extracurricular activities. Every student is given the opportunity for college. The downside of this school system are the taxes! Also overcrowding in this particular school was a problem”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2004-12-23
“Pickerington central is becoming out of control. The generations of students are becoming less encouraged to go through school and lack the power to behave in school. There are kids that are immature in 10th and 11th grade. Making our teachers break down and feel powerless. You dont kow the quality of Pickerington Central unless you are a currently a student their.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2004-09-13
“Quite possibly the best high school in the central Ohio area. No other school in the area can quite match up, especially in the arts, music, and drama departments. Athletic, education, and social acceptance are top notch, and you can really tell that the teachers focus personally on the students' needs.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2004-04-09
“Overall, a great school! A graduate myself and with two children in the school right now, I am thoroughly satisfied. Only complaint is that many teachers are not open to alternative viewpoints... but you'll have that at every school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2004-02-14
“Pickerington is definately lacking when it comes to diversity. The school system is great.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2003-08-26
“Diversity is lacking, and alternative viewpoints dismissed in my (and my childrens') experiences with this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-08-10
“Outstanding education provided. My oldest two sons have already graduated from high school and the academic preparation at Pickerington placed them far ahead of other students in college. Tremendous teachers, administrators and parental involvement. Well balanced education with emphasis on excellence in the classroom, on the 'playing field' and in the arts. This coming fall a second and new high school will open to eliminate the only negative aspect of Pickerington High School -- its size. There will be far more opportunities for my youngest son as he will greatly benefit from a smaller high school. 2000 students in one high school building is too large.”
This review was posted by a parent.




     




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