Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hickory Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hickory Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of Saint Johns, FL, covering an area of approximately 39.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hickory Creek Elementary School's student population of 669 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Hickory Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Creek Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
38%
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Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Creek Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hickory Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Julington Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hickory Creek Elementary School?
669 students attend Hickory Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hickory Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Creek Elementary School?
Hickory Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hickory Creek Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Creek Elementary School part of?
Hickory Creek Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the Hickory Creek Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students - All schools dismissed 1 hour early
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 22, 2027 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
First we love them. Then we teach them" is the school motto. The kids are evidently the purpose for the school. Kids matter. Parent involement is tremendous and the teachers, staff and administration work together as a team and involve parents in the decision making and partnering in the education process. A great place to go to school. I can rest at ease knowing my child is getting a private school education in a public school setting at Hickory Creek Elementary. The school had the highest test scores in the district and the district is the number one district in the state. What more can I say?
5 10/10/2025
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