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#976 of 1,754 schools in IN

Hickory Center Elementary School

Elementary School · Northwest Allen County Schools

3606 Baird Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

443
Students
13.8:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
#976 of 1,754 in IN

About Hickory Center Elementary School

Hickory Center Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of the Northwest Allen County Schools. The school serves approximately 443 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.1/10, placing it in the 44.4th percentile among IN schools — an average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (7.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,583, where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Fair36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-8.74 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency0.5%
Math vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency1%
Expected (poverty-adj.)12%
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.4Very Good29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1

Hickory Center Elementary School — Students at Hickory Center Elementary School score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Hickory Center Elementary School Compares

See how Hickory Center Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
44th percentile in IN
Academic
4.5/10
4.5/10
Growth
3.9/10
Below average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
7.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers

Location

3606 Baird Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Carroll High School Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 7.9
Eel River Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.0 mi 4.7
Carroll Middle School Fort Wayne 1.3 mi 3.2
Aspen Meadow Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.7 mi 3.2
Washington Center Elementary Sch Fort Wayne 2.1 mi 5.6
Huntertown Elementary School Huntertown 3.0 mi 4.5
Maple Creek Middle School Fort Wayne 3.1 mi 2.8
Perry Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.3 mi 3.1
PINE HILLS LEARNING PLACE Fort Wayne 3.2 mi 5.0
Oak View Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.3 mi 3.7
Northrop High School Fort Wayne 4.0 mi 7.7
Cedar Canyon Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.0 mi 3.9
Lincoln Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.3 mi 6.4
Shawnee Middle School Fort Wayne 4.4 mi 6.1
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Fort Wayne 4.2 mi 5.0
Northcrest Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.2 mi 6.1
Northwood Middle School Fort Wayne 5.1 mi 5.8
BISHOP DWENGER HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 5.1 mi 5.0
Mabel K Holland Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.0 mi 4.8
INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Fort Wayne 5.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46818 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,583

Median Home Value

$221,000

Median Rent

$1,274/mo

Population

21,914

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

35.6

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Anderson Elementary School Madison, IN 5.1
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Brummitt Elementary School Chesterton, IN 5.1
Clinton Central Elementary School Michigantown, IN 5.1
Deer Run Elementary Indianapolis, IN 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickory Center Elementary School

What grades does Hickory Center Elementary School serve?

Hickory Center Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hickory Center Elementary School?

Hickory Center Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Center Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Center Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hickory Center Elementary School rank in IN?

Hickory Center Elementary School is ranked #976 out of 1,754 schools in IN.

What is Hickory Center Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickory Center Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Hickory Center Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hickory Center Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hickory Center Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hickory Center Elementary School?

26.4% of students at Hickory Center 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.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Allen County
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details