Serving 456 students in grades 6-8, Hickory Hills Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hickory Hills Middle School's student population of 456 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hickory Hills Middle 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 Hickory Hills Middle School is 0.40, which is less 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
#811 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
15%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Hills Middle School's ranking?
Hickory Hills Middle School is ranked #811 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hickory Hills Middle School often compared to?
Hickory Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Middle School, Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hickory Hills Middle School?
456 students attend Hickory Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hickory Hills Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Hills Middle School?
Hickory Hills Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hickory Hills Middle School offer ?
Hickory Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Hills Middle School part of?
Hickory Hills Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The best school i have ever gone to the teachers are nice and helpful.
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