Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Hickory Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hickory Hills Middle School's student population of 427 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hickory Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Hills Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1127 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
81%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Hills Middle School's ranking?
Hickory Hills Middle School is ranked #1127 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hickory Hills Middle School often compared to?
Hickory Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Middle School, Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hickory Hills Middle School?
427 students attend Hickory Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hickory Hills Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory Hills Middle School?
Hickory Hills Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hickory Hills Middle School offer ?
Hickory Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hickory Hills Middle School part of?
Hickory Hills Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
School Reviews
1 2/27/2021
It's sad to see that this school has taken no action on the bullies that caused a child to take his own life. Seriously sickens me, especially when the kids are joking about it. I do NOT recommend this school to anyone in the area looking for education for their child. Shake my head.. Sincerely, Big Dave.
5 3/2/2019
The best school i have ever gone to the teachers are nice and helpful.
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