Hickory Elementary School

109 Benefit Road
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hickory Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 649 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 10% in VA
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 82% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hickory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Hickory Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

School Rankings

Hickory Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#171 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(20-21)
84%
54%
(20-21)
82%
69%
(20-21)
70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
8%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hickory Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hickory Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeastern Elementary School, Cedar Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hickory Elementary School?
649 students attend Hickory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hickory Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory Elementary School?
Hickory Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hickory Elementary School part of?
Hickory Elementary School is part of Chesapeake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hickory Elementary School located?
Hickory Elementary School is located in the Pleasant Grove West neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pleasant Grove West.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 649 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 82% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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