Average
#1415 of 2,216 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
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Louis
#69 of 147
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#747 of 1,202
In district
#36 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
School environment
8.2 / 10
Very strong
About Hickey Elem.
Hickey Elem., located in St. Louis, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. With an enrollment of 307 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1, the school offers personalized attention to its young learners.
Hickey Elem. has 20 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing quality education. Academically, Hickey Elem. is ranked in the bottom seventh percentile among Missouri schools with a MySchoolScout Rating of 3.2 out of 10 and an Academic Score of 1.0 out of 10. While test performance shows that only 6% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and just 2% are proficient or above in Math, the school is focused on student development and improvement.
Hickey Elem. sits in a large urban setting within St. Louis city, offering its students the opportunity to engage with diverse community resources.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Hickey Elem. are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Hickey Elem. — Students at Hickey Elem. score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How Hickey Elem. Compares
See how Hickey Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 2.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 7.5% (2019) to 2.5% (2022).
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 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON MONTESSORI (rated 6.6/10, 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 | 4.6 |
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| SUMNER HIGH St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| WASHINGTON MONTESSORI St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| THE BIOME St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| WALBRIDGE ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ASPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| 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 | 9.1 |
| 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 | 6.4 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hickey Elem. has a median household income of $31,898. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $61,600, with a median rent of $928/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEL-NOR St. Louis, MO | 5.8 |
| COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 5.8 |
| CREEKMOOR ELEM. Raymore, MO | 5.8 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 5.8 |
| GAINESVILLE ELEM. Gainesville, MO | 5.8 |
| GALENA-ABESVILLE ELEM. Galena, MO | 5.8 |
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. is ranked #1415 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Hickey Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hickey Elem. has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hickey Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hickey Elem. has 2.5% math proficiency and 5.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (7,108/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (314) 383-2550
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #36 of 63
Other Schools in This District
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