Canal Winchester High School vs Pickerington High School Central
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Ohio, United States, 6.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canal Winchester High School
Canal Winchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,121 students
Pickerington High School Central
Pickerington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,711 students
| Measure | Canal Winchester High School Canal Winchester, Ohio | Pickerington High School Central Pickerington, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #293 of 802 | #297 of 802 |
| National rank | #4450 of 16,910 | #4491 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,121 | 1,711 |
| Enrollment | 1,121 | 1,711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 56% |
| city | Canal Winchester | Pickerington |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.3 vs 65.2).
- •Pickerington High School Central does better on math proficiency (56% vs 55%).
- •Pickerington High School Central does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 72%).
- •Canal Winchester High School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 19.4).
- •Pickerington High School Central is the larger school with 1,711 students compared with 1,121.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Canal Winchester High School better than Pickerington High School Central?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Canal Winchester High School and Pickerington High School Central?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Canal Winchester and Pickerington in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canal Winchester High School: 1,121. Pickerington High School Central: 1,711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canal Winchester High School and Pickerington High School Central rank in Ohio?
Canal Winchester High School is 293rd of 802 and Pickerington High School Central is 297th of 802 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).