Licking Heights Local Schools is the fourth fastest-growing district in Ohio. Located approximately 20 miles east of the state capital, the district consists of 5,000+ students. Ready for the future.”
Thanks to company expansions into the area, including Meta, Google, Amazon, and American Electric Power, we have an increasingly diverse student population that speaks more than 42 languages. We pro
vide a robust academic experience aimed at educating all young, inquiring minds. Our programming includes:
College prep courses
Advanced Placement (AP) classes
College Credit Plus (CCP) program
College and Career Pathways
Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and American Sign Language foreign language programs
Facebook/Meta-sponsored STEAM Lab
Self-contained gifted classrooms
Fine arts program
Various clubs, activities, and organizations such as Art Club, DECA, National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl, Student Council, Model UN, Chess Club, and Environmental Club
16 varsity high school sports and 10 competitive sports for middle school students
Many of our schools have been recognized by statewide organizations. Most recently, South Elementary was honored by the Ohio School Boards Association for a virtual career program. They have also been declared a Purple Star school for its commitment to serving and supporting military students and their families. West Elementary was presented a Bronze Award from the Ohio Department of Education for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
