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Picadome Elementary School

1642 Harrodsburg Rd
Lexington, KY 40504
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Picadome Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 436 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Picadome Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

School Overview

Picadome Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres

School Rankings

Picadome Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Picadome Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#556 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
38%
45-49%
45%
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
31%
11%
White
47%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Picadome Elementary School's ranking?
Picadome Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Picadome Elementary School?
436 students attend Picadome Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Picadome Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Picadome Elementary School?
Picadome Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Picadome Elementary School offer ?
Picadome Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Picadome Elementary School part of?
Picadome Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Picadome Elementary School located?
Picadome Elementary School is located in the Picadome neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 5 other public schools located in Picadome.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 436 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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