Education
Preparing for the Future Residents of Pickaway County place a high value on education. Home to several school districts, vocational schools and one university, the area offers many options for those who wish to pursue and continue their education. Circleville City Schools rest on a campus that houses the elementary school, middle school and high school. There are more than 2,000 students in grades Pre-K-12. The schools are divided into three districts: Logan Elm District services the eastern and southern county areas, Teays Valley District serves the northern section, and Westfall District that serves the western portion of the county. A number of preschools and private schools are scattered throughout the county, including New Hope Christian Academy, that provides K-12 education. Additionally, two vocational schools, Pickaway-Ross Joint Vocational and Eastland Joint Vocational School, serve students as they get ready to enter the workforce.
Ohio Christian University Ohio Christian University has been a part of the Circleville and Pickaway County community since 1948; first, as Circleville Bible College, changing its name in 2006 to Ohio Christian University. OCU’s mission has remained consistent, “to prepare students to serve effectively in the church and society.” The University is proud of its connection to the community, hosting performances on campus, such as the Columbus Symphony, Christian Theatre, also Christian summer camps, youth sports camps, craft fairs, Mount of Praise Camp Meeting, and many other events. As one of the top employers in Circleville, employees from around the area converge in Circleville where they not only work but contribute to the local economy by supporting area businesses, and the local tax base through both sales and payroll taxes. In addition, parents and families visiting students, sports teams coming to campus to compete, University guests who attend events held on campus, as well as other University visitors, stay in local hotels, eat at local restaurants, and support our local economy. Ohio Christian University is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually. This is achieved by providing 44
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accredited degree programs for residential undergraduate students, graduate students, adults, and online students. In addition, Trailblazer Academy allows high school students to complete college classes through Ohio’s College Credit Plus program. All university programs are designed to equip students to become leaders in their careers, communities, families, and the world. OCU is proud to be a part of the Circleville and Pickaway County community.
