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#3097 of 3,441 schools in OH

Pickett Elementary School

Elementary School · Toledo City

1144 Blum St, Toledo, OH 43607

Enrollment

239

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,097 of 3,441

In Toledo

#60 of 94

public schools

In district

#30 of 54

Toledo City

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Pickett Elementary School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Toledo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School

5.5/10

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About Pickett Elementary School

Pickett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Pickett Elementary School serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pickett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,097 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Pickett Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

80% of students at Pickett 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism80.3%

Pickett Elementary School — Students at Pickett Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
13.6%
ELA
15.4%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Pickett Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
10th percentile in OH
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
80.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1144 Blum St, Toledo, OH 43607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pickett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CCMT ROSARY CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Escuela SMART Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School Toledo 0.5 mi 5.5
Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo 0.5 mi 5.5
Walbridge Elementary School Toledo 1.0 mi 3.8
Robinson Elementary School Toledo 1.1 mi 4.3
Summit Academy - Toledo Toledo 0.9 mi 6.1
Jones Leadership Academy of Business Toledo 0.9 mi 7.1
Escuela SMART Academy Toledo 1.2 mi 7.6
Explorers Academy of Science and Technology Toledo 1.3 mi 1.8
QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL Toledo 1.4 mi 7.4
Arlington Elementary School Toledo 1.6 mi 3.2
Westfield/Robinson Achievement Toledo 1.4 mi 5.8
Toledo Public Schools Virtual Academy Toledo 1.4 mi 4.6
Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo 1.5 mi 2.8
Jesup W. Scott High School Toledo 1.8 mi 3.4
Glass City Academy Toledo 1.5 mi 4.3
GESU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Toledo 1.6 mi 5.8
Marshall STEMM Academy Toledo 1.7 mi 2.5
Toledo School For The Arts Toledo 1.6 mi 6.5
CCMT ROSARY CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Toledo 1.9 mi 7.7
Glenwood Elementary School Toledo 2.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,442

Median Home Value

$73,300

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

19,969

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

46.1%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

31.5%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pickett Elementary School

What grades does Pickett Elementary School serve?

Pickett Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Pickett Elementary School?

Pickett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pickett Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pickett Elementary School rank in OH?

Pickett Elementary School ranks #3,097 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Pickett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pickett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pickett Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pickett Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pickett Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
80.3%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#30 of 54

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