Como-Pickton School

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Como-Pickton School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
13017 E Texas Highway 11,  Como, TX
3.7
3.0
725 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Cassandra Bland
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
50%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
A-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
20.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
600
Average ACT
20
Math
19
English
20
Reading
22
Science
20
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
12%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
706:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.8%
Female
46.2%
White
51%
Hispanic
42%
Two or more races
2.6%
Black
2.3%
Asian
1.8%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
East Texas A&M University 58 Students
Texas A&M University 47 Students
University of Texas - Tyler 38 Students
Paris Junior College 38 Students
Tyler Junior College 36 Students
Baylor University 30 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 30 Students
University of Texas - Austin 27 Students
Northeast Texas Community College 26 Students
Texas Tech University 24 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 26 Students
Business 12 Students
Biology 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 10 Students
Dental Hygiene 10 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 8 Students
Psychology 7 Students
Physical Therapy 6 Students
Nursing Assistant 6 Students
Dental Assisting 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 23 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/15/2025
My experience has been great and I have created a family here. I have made many achievements here, but there is always room for change. I personally think that they should offer many other activities, classes to get us ready for college, hands-on activities, and better food. They have amazing teachers, but not as good programs to help the students get ready for life.
5.0 Senior
11/2/2020
I love this school. It truly has prepared me and given me the wings to fly on my own. They have a great staff and teachers who are willing to work with you on their own time to make sure that you will succeed in school and in your future. We have an amazing staff who is always ready to help you apply for scholarships and make sure your future and your plans are ready to go and in place. It is an amazing environment that I am blessed to be a part of. In my opinion, I believe this school is one of the best and they are always willing to welcome you with open
4.0 Senior
3/2/2018
What I like about Como-Pickton is that the elementary, junior high, and high school are all located in one campus. The teachers have done an excellent job of motivating me to pursue my goals.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/20/2014
Como-Pickton teachers send kids home with home work and they don't even explain to them how to do it. They expect for the parent to teach them and do their job.I get complaints from my child everyday about the teachers having bad attitudes.
5.0 parent
9/1/2013
I have never seen such a dedicated group of educators as I do here. My children are both in elementary and were both able to read before they began Kindergarten. I do not understand the negative reviews found here as this school, although small, is one of the best in the country. They strive for exc...

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Como-Pickton School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 13017 E Texas Highway 11 in Como, TX. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 725 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 50% are proficient in reading. Como-Pickton School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 20. Learn more about what Como has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Como-Pickton School.

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