Serving 339 students in grades 6-8, East Hickman Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Hickman Middle School serves the northeast part of Lyles, TN, covering an area of approximately 100.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Hickman Middle School's student population of 339 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Motto
Dream it. Believe it. Achieve it.
School Rankings
East Hickman Middle 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 Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1474 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hickman Middle School's ranking?
East Hickman Middle School is ranked #1474 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Hickman Middle School?
339 students attend East Hickman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Hickman Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does East Hickman Middle School offer ?
East Hickman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Hickman Middle School part of?
East Hickman Middle School is part of Hickman County School District.
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