Serving 1,025 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hicks 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 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hicks Elementary School's student population of 1,025 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hicks 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 Hicks Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1520 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
18%
Black
73%
36%
White
3%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hicks Elementary School's ranking?
Hicks Elementary School is ranked #1520 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hicks Elementary School often compared to?
Hicks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockdale County High School, Pine Street Elementary School, Conyers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hicks Elementary School?
1,025 students attend Hicks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hicks Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hicks Elementary School?
Hicks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hicks Elementary School offer ?
Hicks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hicks Elementary School part of?
Hicks Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Calendar
View the Hicks Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (schools closed)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (district offices closed)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
December Break (schools closed Dec 23-Jan 3, offices closed Dec 23-Jan 2)
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
February Break (schools closed Feb 18-21)
February 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (schools closed Apr 7-11)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
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