Serving 190 students in grades 9-12, Pickett Co High 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pickett County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Byrdstown, TN, encompassing approximately 174.5 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 22.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pickett Co High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pickett Co High School's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Pickett Co High 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 Co High School is 0.06, 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
#1043 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickett Co High School's ranking?
Pickett Co High School is ranked #1043 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pickett Co High School?
The graduation rate of Pickett Co High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Pickett Co High School?
190 students attend Pickett Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pickett Co High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Pickett Co High School offer ?
Pickett Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickett Co High School part of?
Pickett Co High School is part of Pickett County School District.
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