Serving 1,581 students in grades 9-12, Hickory High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hickory High School's student population of 1,581 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hickory High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory High School is 0.41, 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
#167 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)78%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory High School's ranking?
Hickory High School is ranked #167 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hickory High School often compared to?
Hickory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hickory High School?
The graduation rate of Hickory High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hickory High School?
1,581 students attend Hickory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hickory High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory High School?
Hickory High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory High School offer ?
Hickory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory High School part of?
Hickory High School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hickory High School located?
Hickory High School is located in the Great Bridge East neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Great Bridge East.
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