David Henry Hickman High School is a public secondary school in Columbia, Missouri, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. Built in 1927, it is the oldest of four high schools in the Columbia Public Schools, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 2,007 students in grades 9-12, David H. Hickman High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David H. Hickman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
David H. Hickman High School's student population of 2,007 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,007 students
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
David H. Hickman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David H. Hickman High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#963 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
21%
15%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David H. Hickman High School's ranking?
David H. Hickman High School is ranked #963 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are David H. Hickman High School often compared to?
David H. Hickman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Bridge Sr. High School, Muriel Battle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of David H. Hickman High School?
The graduation rate of David H. Hickman High School is 84%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend David H. Hickman High School?
2,007 students attend David H. Hickman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of David H. Hickman High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David H. Hickman High School?
David H. Hickman High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does David H. Hickman High School offer ?
David H. Hickman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David H. Hickman High School part of?
David H. Hickman High School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
In what neighborhood is David H. Hickman High School located?
David H. Hickman High School is located in the North Central Columbia neighborhood of Columbia, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central Columbia.
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