Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hickory Flat Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hickory Flat Elementary School's student population of 553 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hickory Flat Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Flat Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1319 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
67%
36%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Flat Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Flat Elementary School is ranked #1319 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hickory Flat Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Flat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hickory Flat Elementary School?
553 students attend Hickory Flat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hickory Flat Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory Flat Elementary School?
Hickory Flat Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory Flat Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Flat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hickory Flat Elementary School part of?
Hickory Flat Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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