Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-13, Hickory High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hickory High School's student population of 1,028 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,028 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hickory High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#903 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory High School's ranking?
Hickory High School is ranked #903 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hickory High School often compared to?
Hickory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Stephens High School, Newton-conover High School, Maiden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hickory High School?
The graduation rate of Hickory High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hickory High School?
1,028 students attend Hickory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Hickory High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory High School?
Hickory High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory High School offer ?
Hickory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory High School part of?
Hickory High School is part of Hickory City Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 10/20/2021
Hickory High has improved by leaps and bounds over the last couple of years under the leadership of Rebecca Tuttle. She has successfully recruited many new teachers who have been excellent. My kids are working hard and being challenged with solid material. They are scoring well on AP exams and have been given opportunities to lead in service and in athletics. Hickory High is also very diverse which I see as a strength. Learning to work with and respect kids who are different than you is something I want my kids to embrace.
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