Serving 412 students in grades 9-12, East Hickman High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Hickman High School serves the northeast part of Lyles, TN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 100.7 square miles, where most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 6.1 miles, with the furthest boundary reaching up to 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Hickman High School's student population of 412 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
East Hickman High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Hickman High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1290 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
86%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hickman High School's ranking?
East Hickman High School is ranked #1290 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Hickman High School often compared to?
East Hickman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickman Co Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Hickman High School?
The graduation rate of East Hickman High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend East Hickman High School?
412 students attend East Hickman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Hickman High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Hickman High School offer ?
East Hickman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Hickman High School part of?
East Hickman High School is part of Hickman County School District.
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