Serving 878 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hicks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hicks Elementary School's student population of 878 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hicks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hicks 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1537 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
71%
36%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hicks Elementary School's ranking?
Hicks Elementary School is ranked #1537 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hicks Elementary School often compared to?
Hicks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockdale County High School, Pine Street Elementary School, Conyers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hicks Elementary School?
878 students attend Hicks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hicks Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hicks Elementary School?
Hicks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hicks Elementary School offer ?
Hicks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hicks Elementary School part of?
Hicks Elementary School is part of Rockdale County School District.
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