The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 54%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (09-10)
302 students

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)45-49%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)35-39%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1

American Indian
(09-10)2%
n/a
Asian
(09-10)5%
2%

Hispanic
(09-10)10%
4%

Black
(09-10)29%
18%

White
(09-10)54%
76%

Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a

Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
28%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
28%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average).
How many students attend Pick Elementary School?
302 students attend Pick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pick Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Pick Elementary School offer ?
Pick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pick Elementary School part of?
Pick Elementary School is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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