Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hickman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 73%
- Reading Proficiency: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hickman Elementary School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hickman Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hickman Elementary School often compared to?
Hickman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ericson Elementary School, Sandburg Elementary School, Jonas Salk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Hickman Elementary School?
433 students attend Hickman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hickman Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickman Elementary School?
Hickman Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hickman Elementary School offer ?
Hickman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hickman Elementary School part of?
Hickman Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hickman Elementary School located?
Hickman Elementary School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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