Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hickory Flat Att Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hickory Flat Attendance Center serves the southern part of its school district in Hickory Flat, MS, covering an area of approximately 107.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hickory Flat Att Center's student population of 435 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hickory Flat Att Center ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Flat Att Center is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
83%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Flat Att Center's ranking?
Hickory Flat Att Center is ranked #308 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hickory Flat Att Center often compared to?
Hickory Flat Att Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Ashland High School, Ashland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hickory Flat Att Center?
The graduation rate of Hickory Flat Att Center is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Hickory Flat Att Center?
435 students attend Hickory Flat Att Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hickory Flat Att Center students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Flat Att Center?
Hickory Flat Att Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory Flat Att Center offer ?
Hickory Flat Att Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Flat Att Center part of?
Hickory Flat Att Center is part of Benton County School District.
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