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#60 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 4% in state

Pick Elementary School

Elementary School · Auburn City

1320 N College St, Auburn, AL 36830

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#60 of 1,356

In Auburn

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#6 of 14

Auburn City

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Pick Elementary School

9.2/10

Elementary School in Auburn · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cary Woods Elementary School

9.7/10

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7.4/10

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About Pick Elementary School

Pick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Auburn, AL, part of Auburn City. Pick Elementary School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Pick Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.2
  • AL avg 7.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency99.3% (2024 ACAP)
Reading vs. State Avg+8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2024 ACAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2024 ACAP)
vs. Expected+20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,136
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

Pick Elementary School — Students at Pick Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2024)
School
State
91.0% (2024 ACAP)

Based on 21 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
73%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2024
ELA
99.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Pick Elementary School Compares

See how Pick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
96th percentile in AL
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

Location

1320 N College St, Auburn, AL 36830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cary Woods Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Creekside Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wrights Mill Road Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cary Woods Elementary School Auburn 0.9 mi 9.7
Drake Middle School Auburn 1.4 mi 7.4
LEE-SCOTT ACADEMY Auburn 1.7 mi 5.2
Margaret Yarbrough Elementary School Auburn 1.7 mi 9.1
East Samford School Auburn 2.4 mi 6.6
Dean Road Elementary School Auburn 2.4 mi 9.4
Richland Elementary School Auburn 2.3 mi 9.3
Auburn Junior High School Auburn 2.7 mi 5.5
Woodland Pines Elementary School Auburn 2.5 mi 8.4
Creekside Elementary School Auburn 2.4 mi 9.6
THE OAKS SCHOOL Opelika 2.4 mi 5.9
Auburn High School Auburn 2.8 mi 7.4
Wrights Mill Road Elementary School Auburn 3.0 mi 9.5
HOLY TRINITY DAY SCHOOL Auburn 3.2 mi
Auburn Early Education Center Auburn 3.3 mi 9.1
THE CHANTICLEER LEARNING CENTER Opelika 3.0 mi 5.3
West Forest Intermediate School Opelika 3.5 mi 7.8
Ogletree Elementary School Auburn 5.0 mi 9.0
Opelika Middle School Opelika 5.7 mi 5.8
Northside School Opelika 5.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,761

Median Home Value

$346,600

Median Rent

$1,033/mo

Population

48,172

College Educated

62.9%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pick Elementary School

What grades does Pick Elementary School serve?

Pick Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Pick Elementary School?

Pick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pick Elementary School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pick Elementary School rank in AL?

Pick Elementary School ranks #60 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Pick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pick Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).

Is Pick Elementary School a charter school?

No, Pick Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pick Elementary School?

34.2% of students at Pick Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Lee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

Auburn City
District Enrollment
9,466
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,136
District Rank
#6 of 14

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