David Henry Hickman High School is a public secondary school in Columbia, Missouri, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. Built in 1927, it is the oldest of four high schools in the Columbia Public Schools, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 2,035 students in grades 9-12, David H. Hickman High School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David H. Hickman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
David H. Hickman High School's student population of 2,035 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
David H. Hickman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David H. Hickman High School is 0.60, which is more 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
#933 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
19%
15%
White
59%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kewpie Dolls
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David H. Hickman High School's ranking?
David H. Hickman High School is ranked #933 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are David H. Hickman High School often compared to?
David H. Hickman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Bridge Sr. High School, Muriel Battle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of David H. Hickman High School?
The graduation rate of David H. Hickman High School is 87%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend David H. Hickman High School?
2,035 students attend David H. Hickman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of David H. Hickman High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David H. Hickman High School?
David H. Hickman High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does David H. Hickman High School offer ?
David H. Hickman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David H. Hickman High School part of?
David H. Hickman High School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
In what neighborhood is David H. Hickman High School located?
David H. Hickman High School is located in the North Central Columbia neighborhood of Columbia, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central Columbia.
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