Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pickett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pickett Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pickett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickett Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3055 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
77%
17%
White
5%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickett Elementary School's ranking?
Pickett Elementary School is ranked #3055 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Pickett Elementary School?
274 students attend Pickett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Pickett Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pickett Elementary School?
Pickett Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pickett Elementary School offer ?
Pickett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pickett Elementary School part of?
Pickett Elementary School is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pickett Elementary School located?
Pickett Elementary School is located in the ONYX neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in ONYX.
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