What Circleville City Schools does

Circleville City Schools is a public K-12 school district organized as a government state entity under Ohio Revised Code, serving the City of Circleville in Pickaway County, Ohio. The district operates three schools — Circleville Elementary School (100 Tiger Drive), Circleville Middle School (360 Clark Drive), and Circleville High School (380 Clark Drive) — and delivers preschool-through-12th-grade education to resident families, with its administrative headquarters at 388 Clark Drive. Beyond core academic instruction, the district provides a stack of specialized in-district services: Tiger Cub Preschool for ages 3-5, special education services for ages 3-22 under IDEA, gifted and accelerated programming, athletics, school bus transportation, free breakfast and lunch for all PK-12 students, media/library services, district-wide school nursing, and Title I federal program support at the elementary school. The district also offers open enrollment to non-resident students during a structured April 1 – May 15 window.

The district's technology platform centers on a 1:1 Chromebook program built on Google Apps for Education (GAFE), supplemented by an integrated set of third-party SaaS systems: ProgressBook for the student information system and grades, Final Forms for registration, PaySchools Central for fee/lunch payments, NWEA MAP for academic growth assessment and gifted screening, GoGuardian for student digital safety, Frontline Education for HR and substitute coordination, IEP Anywhere (SameGoal) for special education documentation, Public School Works for compliance training, MySchoolMenus for meal menus, and Apptegy for the district website and iOS/Android mobile apps. A Portrait of a Graduate initiative, developed in partnership with Battelle for Kids beginning in December 2022, defines the competencies the district expects students to demonstrate at graduation and is being used to align curriculum and culture.

As a government entity, Circleville City Schools is funded primarily through Ohio state education funding (Ohio Department of Education & Workforce) and local property taxes, with supplemental federal revenue from Title I, Title programs, McKinney-Vento, 21st Century Community Learning Centers, and USDA meal reimbursements. Direct-to-family pricing applies only to the tuition-based Tiger Cub Preschool ($175/month with parent transport, $225/month with school transport; income-based assistance available). The district is governed by an elected Board of Education, with executive leadership comprising Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Halley (retiring effective April 1, 2026), Treasurer/CFO Aaron Schirm, Assistant Superintendent and Title IX Coordinator Jillian Sims, and a Director of Human Resources, Senior Director of Teaching & Learning, and Directors of Food Service and Transportation.

Name

Circleville City Schools

Legal name

Circleville City School District

Website

https://circlevillecityschools.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1810

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Circleville City Schools is a public K-12 school district in Circleville, Ohio, operating Elementary, Middle, and High Schools that serve PK-12 resident families with comprehensive academics, special education, gifted programs, transportation, and universal free meals, funded primarily by Ohio state aid, local property taxes, and federal grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Middle Schools (EDAJAAAC), Preschool Programs within Childcare Centers (EDACABAL)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• School district services
• Special education programs
• Preschool early learning
• Student transportation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Circleville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Public school district primarily funded through Ohio state funding and local property taxes. Receives federal funding through Title I, Title programs, McKinney-Vento, and 21st Century Community Learning Centers.
2. Food Services: District provides free breakfast and lunch for all PK-12 students. Revenue from USDA federal meal programs.
3. Preschool Tuition: Preschool program charges tuition: $175/month for parent transportation, $225/month for school transportation. Tuition assistance available based on income.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Circleville City Schools operates a public K-12 school district delivering comprehensive preschool-through-grade-12 education across three schools (Elementary, Middle, High) in Circleville, Ohio. In addition to core academic instruction, it provides special education, gifted and accelerated services, preschool, transportation, food services, media/library services, school nursing, athletics, and a 1:1 Chromebook technology program. The district is funded primarily through state funding, local property taxes, and federal grants, with tuition charged only for the preschool program.

Product overview

Circleville City Schools is a traditional public school district operating a platform-plus-services model, providing comprehensive K-12 education through three schools (Circleville High School, Circleville Middle School, and Circleville Elementary School). The district's core offering is its K-12 educational program, complemented by specialized services including the 1:1 Chromebook Initiative, Preschool Program, Special Education Services, Gifted and Accelerated Education, Transportation, Food Services, Media Services, School Nurse Services, Athletics, and Title I support. The district leverages integrated technology platforms including ProgressBook (student grades), Final Forms (registration), Google Apps for Education, NWEA MAP assessments, and Frontline Education (HR) to support educational operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tiger Cub Preschool: Tiger Cub Preschool program at Circleville Elementary School for children ages 3-5

Products and services

• K-12 Public Education Services Comprehensive K-12 public education program serving students from preschool through 12th grade across Circleville High School, Circleville Middle School, and Circleville Elementary School. Free for resident students, funded through state, local, and federal sources.
• Tiger Cub Preschool Tuition-based half-day preschool program for children ages 3-5 with AM (8:40-11:30 AM) and PM (12:50-3:40 PM) sessions. $175/month with parent transportation or $225/month with school transportation; income-based tuition assistance available.
• Special Education Services Free, IDEA-mandated services for students ages 3-22 identified as disabled, including consultation, direct instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health services.
• Gifted and Accelerated Education Services enriching and extending learning for gifted students, including NWEA MAP and InView Cognitive Abilities identification screening (Grades 2-10 Math and Reading), ACT assessments, acceleration referrals, and gifted handbook services.
• Student Transportation Services School bus transportation for PK-5 students within district (within 0.5 mile radius included) and optional bus service for grades 6-12 students beyond 0.5 mile radius.
• Food Services (Free Meals Program) Free breakfast and lunch for all PK-12 students via USDA National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program. A la carte options available for grades 6-12. Managed through PaySchools Central (formerly EZPay).
• Media Services District librarian and media services teachers support information literacy and technology skills development across all grade levels K-12, collaborating with classroom teachers.
• District School Nurse Services District-wide health services including health screenings, medication administration, illness assessment, and health forms management for all students.
• Athletics Program Athletic programs and competitive activities for middle and high school students, managed through the district's Athletics Department.
• Title I Services Federal Title I funding support for supplemental educational services at Title I eligible schools. Circleville Elementary is designated as a Title I school-wide program.
• 3rd Grade Reading Guarantee Program Reading intervention program identifying K-3 students who need reading support, using Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) and NWEA MAP assessments.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Battelle for KidscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with Battelle for Kids to facilitate the Portrait of a Graduate initiative, helping the district develop a shared vision of competencies students need for post-graduation success. Battelle has championed this initiative and led many schools through the Portrait development process.
• Circleville City Schools FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit foundation supporting the school district through fundraising, grants, and educational initiatives.
• Circleville Alumni AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization of former graduates supporting current students and school programs.
• YMCAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYMCA provides before and after school care services for elementary school students in partnership with the district.
• USDAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal partner providing meal program funding. District participates in National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program providing free meals to all PK-12 students.
• Ohio HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOhio Health Field Athletic Field House and Wrestling Facility located on district campus.
• Pickaway County Educational Service CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level educational service center providing coordinated services for special education students.
• Pickaway County Board of Developmental DisabilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty board providing services and support for students with developmental disabilities.
• Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing vocational rehabilitation and employment services for students with disabilities.
• Ohio Department of Education & WorkforcecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState education agency providing oversight, funding, standards, and resources for Ohio public schools.
• UnitedHealthcareminorOthersCreates and publishes Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Circleville City Schools for healthcare transparency compliance.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Logan Elm Local School District: Pickaway County school district offering PK-12 public education with analogous Ohio funding structure. Similar district footprint in the same county labor shed.
• Worthington City Schools: Central Ohio public city school district with a K-12 portfolio, established gifted and special education programs, and a similar mix of Ohio Department of Education oversight and local-tax funding.
• Dublin City Schools: Larger Ohio public K-12 district distinguished by strong academic outcomes and comprehensive enrichment/technology programs. Comparable on operating model, though larger scale; useful as an aspirational comparable.
• Lancaster City School District: Comparable small-to-mid Ohio city school district serving PK-12 with similar curricular, food service, and transportation programs. Aligns tightly on district scale and operational scope.
• Marysville Exempted Village Schools: Mid-size Ohio public K-12 district with 1:1 device programs, comparable curricular and co-curricular offering set, and similar funding profile. Useful peer for Ohio-specific district operations benchmarking.
• Teays Valley Local School District: Pickaway County neighbor operating a K-12 campus model with comparable scale and funding mix (state aid, property taxes, federal Title and IDEA funds). Directly comparable on size, geography, and student demographics.
• Pickerington Local School District: Adjacent Ohio public K-12 district serving Pickerington and portions of Fairfield and Franklin counties. Comparable as a multi-school Ohio public district with similar funding model, charter of state-tested standards, and 1:1 technology programs.

Others

• Apptegy: Vendor partner that powers the district's website and communications platform (per circlevillecityschools.org footer). Comparable as ecosystem enabling vendor to many similar small public K-12 districts.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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