Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pickett County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pickett County Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Byrdstown, TN, encompassing approximately 174.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pickett County Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
to provide opportunities for students to achieve their personal best, become responsible and productive citizens, and embrace lifelong learning in a safe and positive environment
School Rankings
Pickett County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickett County Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1106 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
98%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickett County Elementary School's ranking?
Pickett County Elementary School is ranked #1106 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Pickett County Elementary School?
415 students attend Pickett County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Pickett County Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Pickett County Elementary School offer ?
Pickett County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickett County Elementary School part of?
Pickett County Elementary School is part of Pickett County School District.
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