Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pickett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pickett Elementary serves the southern part of the Saint Joseph, MO school district, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pickett Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pickett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickett Elementary School is 0.52, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1475 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickett Elementary School's ranking?
Pickett Elementary School is ranked #1475 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pickett Elementary School?
250 students attend Pickett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pickett Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pickett Elementary School?
Pickett Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pickett Elementary School offer ?
Pickett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickett Elementary School part of?
Pickett Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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