One Team, One Goal, All In: A commitment to student achievement, belonging and bilingual learning.
Pickett Elementary School is celebrating meaningful academic progress, achieving its highest overall school performance score in five years while building on a shared commitment to student success.
During the 2025–2026 school year, Pickett achieved 46.0% overall achievement, its highest level in three years, and met academic growth expectations. Reading achievement also improved for a second consecutive year, rising from 35.8% in 2023–2024 to 40.6% in 2024–2025 and 41.7% in 2025–2026.
The school's progress extended across student populations. Both Hispanic students and English Learners exceeded expected academic growth, reflecting important gains across the school community. According to the district's 2025–2026 accountability results, Pickett is also no longer identified for Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI), marking another milestone in its school improvement efforts.
Beyond academic performance, Pickett offers a Spanish Immersion program for students in grades 1–5, providing opportunities to develop language skills alongside their elementary education. During Hispanic Heritage Month, students also participated in cultural presentations and performances, bringing learning and cultural expression to life.
The school's commitment to student success is reflected in its guiding message: “One Team, One Goal, All In.”
“At our school, we want every student to feel they belong, believe in what they can achieve, and know they have a whole team cheering them on as they learn and grow,” said Pickett Elementary School Principal Melissa Blackburn.
Community partnerships also contribute to Pickett's supportive school environment, strengthening connections with families and local organizations.
As Pickett celebrates these milestones, its story extends beyond percentages and performance measures. It reflects students building confidence, educators supporting learning, and a school community working together to create opportunities for every child.
One Team. One Goal. All In.