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#389 of 863 schools in MS
Top 45% in state
Goodman Pickens Elementary School
Elementary School · HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD
3877 Highway 51 South, Goodman, MS 39079
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#389 of 863
In district
#7 of 7
HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Goodman Pickens Elementary School
Elementary School in Goodman · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Goodman Pickens Elementary School
Goodman Pickens Elementary School is a public elementary school in Goodman, MS, part of HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD. Goodman Pickens Elementary School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Goodman Pickens Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Goodman Pickens Elementary School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Goodman Pickens Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Goodman Pickens Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
36% of students at Goodman Pickens Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Goodman Pickens Elementary School — Students at Goodman Pickens Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from MS 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: 8.1/10.
How Goodman Pickens Elementary School Compares
See how Goodman Pickens Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3877 Highway 51 South, Goodman, MS 39079
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goodman Pickens Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CAMDEN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. Another option is LUTHER BRANSON SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DURANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Durant), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Goodman, see our Goodman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAMS-SULLIVAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Durant | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
| DURANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Durant | 11.3 mi | 8.5 |
| VELMA JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL Camden | 11.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LONG CREEK ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis | 11.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLIAM DEAN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 13.8 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTRAL HOLMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington | 14.1 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLMES COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 13.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY Camden | 14.8 mi | 9.2 |
| SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 16.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LINWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vaughan | 15.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MCADAMS ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis | 15.8 mi | 6.1 |
| LUTHER BRANSON SCHOOL Canton | 19.5 mi | 9.2 |
| HUEY L. PORTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 21.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JIMMIE M. GOODLOE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 21.3 mi | 8.0 |
| CANTON PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL Canton | 21.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CANTON PUBLIC 9TH GRADE SCHOOL Canton | 21.5 mi | 6.1 |
| NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 22.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MC NEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 22.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 22.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BENTON ACADEMY Benton | 19.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,719
Median Home Value
$99,000
Median Rent
$372/mo
Population
1,448
College Educated
6.1%
Homeownership
33.2%
Poverty Rate
42.3%
Median Age
21.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| EAST FLORA ELEMENTARY Flora, MS | 6.7 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY CAMPUS Pascagoula, MS | 6.7 |
| REVIVE Jackson, MS | 6.7 |
| SANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollandale, MS | 6.7 |
| ST JOHNS DAY SCHOOL Laurel, MS | 6.7 |
| WEST BOLIVAR ELEM Rosedale, MS | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goodman Pickens Elementary School
What grades does Goodman Pickens Elementary School serve?
Goodman Pickens Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Goodman Pickens Elementary School?
Goodman Pickens Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goodman Pickens Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Goodman Pickens Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Goodman Pickens Elementary School rank in MS?
Goodman Pickens Elementary School ranks #389 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Goodman Pickens Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Goodman Pickens Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Goodman Pickens Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goodman Pickens Elementary School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Goodman Pickens Elementary School a charter school?
No, Goodman Pickens Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Goodman Pickens Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Goodman Pickens Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goodman Pickens Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Goodman Pickens 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Holmes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (662) 468-2116
Resources & Links
District
HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD- District Enrollment
- 2,386
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,056
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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