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#1953 of 2,221 schools in MO

Hickey Elem.

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS CITY

3111 CORA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63115

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,953 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#144 of 193

public schools

In district

#47 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hickey Elem.

4.3/10

Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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4.8/10

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About Hickey Elem.

Hickey Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.

Hickey Elem. serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickey Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,953 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Hickey Elem. show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,979
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Hickey Elem. — Students at Hickey Elem. score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Hickey Elem. Compares

See how Hickey Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in MO
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

Location

3111 CORA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hickey Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BIOME (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Side Community School (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON MONTESSORI (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
North Side Community School St. Louis 0.4 mi 6.5
ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis 0.5 mi 4.8
LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis 0.6 mi 3.9
SUMNER HIGH St. Louis 0.7 mi 3.5
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis 0.9 mi 5.1
YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis 1.0 mi 3.6
WASHINGTON MONTESSORI St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.3
THE BIOME St. Louis 1.5 mi 7.6
BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 2.4
WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.3
COLE ELEM. St. Louis 1.7 mi 4.1
ASPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis 1.8 mi 5.1
GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR St. Louis 1.8 mi
CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 6.2
METRO HIGH St. Louis 2.0 mi 8.8
ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 7.0
LOYOLA ACADEMY OF ST LOUIS St. Louis 1.9 mi 7.4
HW KIA St. Louis 1.6 mi 4.4
MAP ST. LOUIS St. Louis 2.0 mi 6.9
SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis 1.8 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$31,898

Median Home Value

$61,600

Median Rent

$928/mo

Population

14,252

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

43.4%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

31.3%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BROWN ELEM. Florissant, MO 4.3
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 4.3
EAGLE GLEN ELEMENTARY Raymore, MO 4.3
ELIOT BATTLE ELEMENTARY Columbia, MO 4.3
PERSHING ELEM. University City, MO 4.3
POND ELEM. Wildwood, MO 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickey Elem.

What grades does Hickey Elem. serve?

Hickey Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Hickey Elem.?

Hickey Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickey Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickey Elem. 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 Hickey Elem. rank in MO?

Hickey Elem. ranks #1,953 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hickey Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Hickey Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Hickey Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickey Elem. has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hickey Elem. a charter school?

No, Hickey Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hickey Elem. a Title I school?

No, Hickey Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hickey Elem.?

100.0% of students at Hickey Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#47 of 63

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