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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.5Significantly Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency2.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5%
Overall Proficiency3%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,843

Hickey Elem. — Students at Hickey Elem. score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

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 2.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 5.8%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
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: 7.5/10.

How Hickey Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in MO
Academic
1.5/10
1.5/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

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
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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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