Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hickerson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee 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 higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hickerson Elementary School's student population of 204 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
204 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hickerson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickerson Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
10%
15%

Black
2%
21%

White
84%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickerson Elementary School's ranking?
Hickerson Elementary School is ranked #725 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hickerson Elementary School often compared to?
Hickerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert E Lee Elementary School, East Coffee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hickerson Elementary School?
204 students attend Hickerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hickerson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickerson Elementary School?
Hickerson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hickerson Elementary School offer ?
Hickerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hickerson Elementary School part of?
Hickerson Elementary School is part of Coffee County School District.
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