Serving 409 students in grades 3-6, Hickory Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hickory Grove El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire Brookville, PA school district, encompassing approximately 263.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 10 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hickory Grove Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hickory Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Grove Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1286 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Grove Elementary School is ranked #1286 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hickory Grove Elementary School?
409 students attend Hickory Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hickory Grove Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Grove Elementary School?
Hickory Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hickory Grove Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hickory Grove Elementary School part of?
Hickory Grove Elementary School is part of Brookville Area School District.
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