Serving 464 students in grades 3-5, Pick Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pick Elementary School serves the northern part of Auburn, AL, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-15 minute drive of the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 9.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pick Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pick Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pick Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
19%
31%
White
45%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pick Elementary School's ranking?
Pick Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Pick Elementary School often compared to?
Pick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ogletree Elementary School, Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Pick Elementary School?
464 students attend Pick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pick Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pick Elementary School?
Pick Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pick Elementary School offer ?
Pick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pick Elementary School part of?
Pick Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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