Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hickory Center Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hickory Center Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hickory Center Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hickory Center Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Center Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Center Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Center Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hickory Center Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aboite Elementary School, Eel River Elementary School, Woodlan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Hickory Center Elementary School?
453 students attend Hickory Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hickory Center Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Center Elementary School?
Hickory Center Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hickory Center Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Center Elementary School part of?
Hickory Center Elementary School is part of Northwest Allen County Schools.
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