Excellent
#301 of 2,268 schools in GA
Top 13% in state
Hickory Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Marietta City
500 Redwood Dr SW, Marietta, GA 30064
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#301 of 2,268
In Marietta
#22 of 58
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Marietta City
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Hickory Hills Elementary School
Elementary School in Marietta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hickory Hills Elementary School
Hickory Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marietta, GA, part of Marietta City. Hickory Hills Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickory Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Hickory Hills Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Hickory Hills Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Hickory Hills Elementary School — Students at Hickory Hills Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Hickory Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Hickory Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 Redwood Dr SW, Marietta, GA 30064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hickory Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (rated 9.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Side Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A.L. Burruss Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Marietta, see our Marietta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Emily Lembeck Early Learning Center Marietta | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| A.L. Burruss Elementary School Marietta | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Marietta Middle School Marietta | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| West Side Elementary School Marietta | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST WEEKDAY MINISTRY Marietta | 1.3 mi | — |
| Dunleith Elementary School Marietta | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Marietta High School Marietta | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Marietta Regional Youth Detention Center Marietta | 1.8 mi | — |
| Fair Oaks Elementary School Marietta | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| THE STONEHAVEN SCHOOL Marietta | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Pearson Middle School Marietta | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marietta | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ACTON ACADEMY MARIETTA Marietta | 2.1 mi | — |
| Park Street Elementary School Marietta | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| IN HIS IMAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marietta | 2.6 mi | — |
| Marietta Sixth Grade Academy Marietta | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| George W. Hartmann Center Marietta | 2.3 mi | — |
| Marietta Center for Advanced Academics Marietta | 2.3 mi | 9.7 |
| LaBelle Elementary School Marietta | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| THE WALKER SCHOOL Marietta | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,511
Median Home Value
$420,300
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
51,321
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLIFF VALLEY SCHOOL Atlanta, GA | 8.4 |
| Chattahoochee County Education Center Cusseta, GA | 8.4 |
| Cohutta Elementary School Cohutta, GA | 8.4 |
| Elm Street Elementary School Newnan, GA | 8.4 |
| Kingsland Elementary School Kingsland, GA | 8.4 |
| Pine Log Elementary Rydal, GA | 8.4 |
Compare Hickory Hills Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareHickory Hills Elementary School vs Marietta Center for Advanced AcademicsMarietta, GA Peer score 9.7/10 +1.3 vs Hickory Hills Elementary School
- CompareHickory Hills Elementary School vs West Side Elementary SchoolMarietta, GA Peer score 9.5/10 +1.1 vs Hickory Hills Elementary School
- CompareHickory Hills Elementary School vs A.L. Burruss Elementary SchoolMarietta, GA Peer score 7.9/10 -0.5 vs Hickory Hills Elementary School
- CompareHickory Hills Elementary School vs Timber Ridge Elementary SchoolMarietta, GA Peer score 9.3/10 +0.9 vs Hickory Hills Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hickory Hills Elementary School
What grades does Hickory Hills Elementary School serve?
Hickory Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hickory Hills Elementary School?
Hickory Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Hills Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hickory Hills Elementary School rank in GA?
Hickory Hills Elementary School ranks #301 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Hickory Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hickory Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hickory Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickory Hills Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hickory Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hickory Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hickory Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hickory Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hickory Hills Elementary School?
65.9% of students at Hickory Hills Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cobb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (770) 429-3125
Resources & Links
District
Marietta City- District Enrollment
- 8,642
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,612
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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