Average
#920 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 41% in state
Pickett Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
3923 PICKETT RD, St. Joseph, MO 64503
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#920 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#10 of 22
public schools
In district
#9 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Pickett Elem.
Elementary School in St. Joseph · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pickett Elem.
Pickett Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Pickett Elem. serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Pickett Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #920 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Pickett Elem. show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pickett Elem. — Students at Pickett Elem. score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How Pickett Elem. Compares
See how Pickett Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3923 PICKETT RD, St. Joseph, MO 64503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pickett Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SKAITH ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 2.6 mi | — |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,351
Median Home Value
$133,500
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
11,921
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Campbell, MO | 6.8 |
| COWDEN ELEM. Springfield, MO | 6.8 |
| Clearview Elementary Union, MO | 6.8 |
| DONIPHAN ELEM. Doniphan, MO | 6.8 |
| IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.8 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin, MO | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pickett Elem.
What grades does Pickett Elem. serve?
Pickett Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pickett Elem.?
Pickett Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pickett Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pickett Elem. is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pickett Elem. rank in MO?
Pickett Elem. ranks #920 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Pickett Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pickett Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Pickett Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pickett Elem. has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pickett Elem. a charter school?
No, Pickett Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pickett Elem. a Title I school?
No, Pickett Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pickett Elem.?
100.0% of students at Pickett Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4330
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #9 of 20
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