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Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr

Middle School · HICKMAN MILLS C-1

9010A OLD SANTA FE RD, Kansas City, MO 64138

Enrollment

652

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,060 of 2,221

In Kansas City

#54 of 147

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

HICKMAN MILLS C-1

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr

6.5/10

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

Millennium at Sante Fe

6.3/10

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8.1/10

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About Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr

Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of HICKMAN MILLS C-1. Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,060 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MO avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2024–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-33.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,610
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr — Students at Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr score 17% 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 MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.0% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
45.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 17.7% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
41.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 10 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2024
Math
14.8%
ELA
17.2%
2025
Math
15.2%
ELA
18.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr Compares

See how Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in MO
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

9010A OLD SANTA FE RD, Kansas City, MO 64138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH MIDDLE (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Raytown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER (rated 3.1/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MILLENNIUM AT SANTE FE Kansas City 0.1 mi 6.3
DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City 0.6 mi 8.1
ST REGIS ACADEMY Kansas City 0.8 mi 8.5
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City 1.2 mi 4.7
SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown 1.2 mi 6.5
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City 1.6 mi 7.5
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City 1.9 mi 3.7
SPRING VALLEY ELEM. Raytown 1.7 mi 4.7
COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City 2.0 mi 7.3
FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City 1.9 mi 5.2
ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City 2.3 mi 7.4
RUSKIN HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 2.7 mi 6.7
HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City 2.8 mi 3.1
THREE TRAILS PRESCHOOL Raytown 2.7 mi 4.9
DALE M THOMPSON/TRAILS WEST S Kansas City 2.7 mi
HOLLIDAY MONTESSORI Kansas City 2.8 mi 6.4
SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown 2.5 mi 3.8
INGELS ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.4 mi 4.6
B. BANNEKER ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.3 mi 4.3
NEW TRAILS EARLY LEARNING CTR. Raytown 3.5 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,619

Median Home Value

$164,900

Median Rent

$1,127/mo

Population

24,830

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

40.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters, MO 6.5
FOX MIDDLE Arnold, MO 6.5
GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Grandview, MO 6.5
MIDDLE SCH. Neosho, MO 6.5
SOUTH MIDDLE Raytown, MO 6.5
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin, MO 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr

What grades does Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr serve?

Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr?

Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr rank in MO?

Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr ranks #1,060 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

Is Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr a charter school?

No, Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr a Title I school?

No, Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr?

100.0% of students at Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Ctr 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
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

HICKMAN MILLS C-1
District Enrollment
4,981
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,610
District Rank
#5 of 11

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