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Pickens Elementary/high School
School · RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS
PO Box 146, Pickens, WV 26230
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Pickens Elementary/high School
School in Pickens · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pickens Elementary/high School
Pickens Elementary/high School is a public school in Pickens, WV, part of RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Pickens Elementary/high School serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Pickens Elementary/high School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, Pickens Elementary/high School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Pickens Elementary/high School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pickens Elementary/high 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Address
- PO Box 146, Pickens, WV 26230
- Phone
- (304) 924-5525
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from WV 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 146, Pickens, WV 26230
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pickens Elementary/high School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Roanoke Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Roanoke). Another option is Webster County High School (rated 8.3/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Upperglade). Additionally, Rock Cave Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Rock Cave). For more schools in Pickens, see our Pickens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
95
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
87.1%
Poverty Rate
45.3%
Median Age
52.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pickens Elementary/high School
What grades does Pickens Elementary/high School serve?
Pickens Elementary/high School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Pickens Elementary/high School?
Pickens Elementary/high School has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pickens Elementary/high School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pickens Elementary/high School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Pickens Elementary/high School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pickens Elementary/high School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pickens Elementary/high School a charter school?
No, Pickens Elementary/high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pickens Elementary/high School a Title I school?
No, Pickens Elementary/high School is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 8 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Randolph County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (304) 924-5525
Resources & Links
District
RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,534
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,936
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