Serving 488 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 68% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Pick Elementary School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pick Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,285 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 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 1285 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
43%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 #46 out of 1,285 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
488 students attend Pick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pick Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 11% 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 24:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pick Elementary School offer ?
Pick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Pick Elementary School part of?
Pick Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
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