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#216 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 6% in state

Hickory Creek Middle School

Middle School · Frankfort CCSD 157C

22150 S Owens Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423

Enrollment

951

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#216 of 3,813

In Frankfort

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Frankfort CCSD 157C

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Hickory Creek Middle School

8.8/10

Middle School in Frankfort · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Hickory Creek Middle School

Hickory Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Frankfort, IL, part of Frankfort CCSD 157C. Hickory Creek Middle School serves approximately 951 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickory Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Hickory Creek Middle School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+24.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,049
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Hickory Creek Middle School — Students at Hickory Creek Middle School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
84%
2022
ELA
78%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Hickory Creek Middle School Compares

See how Hickory Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in IL
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

Location

22150 S Owens Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hickory Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mokena Jr High School (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Mokena), with a comparable rating. Another option is Spencer Crossing (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), a more accessible option. Additionally, Alex M Martino Jr High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), a more accessible option. For more schools in Frankfort, see our Frankfort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Grand Prairie Elementary School Frankfort 1.6 mi 6.5
Lincoln-Way Central High School New Lenox 2.4 mi 8.6
Spencer Trail New Lenox 2.2 mi 4.8
Spencer Pointe New Lenox 2.4 mi 7.2
Spencer Crossing New Lenox 2.4 mi 6.4
Mokena Elem School Mokena 3.3 mi 7.7
TRINITY SERVICES -TRINITY SCHOOL New Lenox 2.8 mi
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mokena 3.3 mi 3.7
Mokena Intermediate School Mokena 3.3 mi 7.2
Lincoln-Way East High School Frankfort 2.9 mi 8.0
Alex M Martino Jr High School New Lenox 2.9 mi 6.4
Bentley Elem School New Lenox 2.8 mi 6.1
Arnold J Tyler School New Lenox 2.9 mi 7.8
Mokena Jr High School Mokena 3.6 mi 7.9
LA PETITE ACADEMY New Lenox 2.9 mi
TRIPLE R CHILD CARE Mokena 4.0 mi
Arbury Hills Elem School Mokena 4.2 mi 7.6
ST JUDE SCHOOL New Lenox 4.0 mi 6.7
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE Frankfort 4.0 mi
Oster-Oakview School New Lenox 4.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,651

Median Home Value

$376,500

Median Rent

$1,455/mo

Population

32,813

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

93.6%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

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Thompson Middle School Saint Charles, IL 8.8
Highland Middle School Libertyville, IL 8.9
Roosevelt School River Forest, IL 8.9
H H Conrady Jr High School Hickory Hills, IL 8.7
Lincoln Jr High School Naperville, IL 8.7
Margaret Mead JHS Elk Grove Village, IL 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickory Creek Middle School

What grades does Hickory Creek Middle School serve?

Hickory Creek Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hickory Creek Middle School?

Hickory Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 951 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Creek Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Creek Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hickory Creek Middle School rank in IL?

Hickory Creek Middle School ranks #216 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Hickory Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickory Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Creek Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickory Creek Middle School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hickory Creek Middle School a charter school?

No, Hickory Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hickory Creek Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hickory Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
951
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

Frankfort CCSD 157C
District Enrollment
2,675
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,049
District Rank
#1 of 3

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