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#933 of 1,786 schools in TN
Hickman Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
112 Stewarts Ferry PIKE, Nashville, TN 37214
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#933 of 1,786
In Nashville
#52 of 118
public schools
In district
#65 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Hickman Elementary
Hickman Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Hickman Elementary serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #933 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Hickman Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Hickman Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hickman Elementary — Students at Hickman Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN 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: 5.6/10.
How Hickman Elementary Compares
See how Hickman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
112 Stewarts Ferry PIKE, Nashville, TN 37214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hickman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosebank Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanford Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pennington Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donelson Middle Nashville | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Tenn School For Blind Nashville | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville | 0.2 mi | — |
| DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY Nashville | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| McGavock Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Stanford Elementary Nashville | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| McGavock High Nashville | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Two Rivers Middle Nashville | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Hermitage Elementary Hermitage | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Pennington Elementary Nashville | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Dodson Elementary Hermitage | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Glenview Elementary Nashville | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Rosebank Elementary Nashville | 3.6 mi | 9.1 |
| THE ACADEMY FOR G.O.D. Old Hickory | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Margaret Allen Middle Nashville | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,969
Median Home Value
$315,000
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
30,547
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Kingsport, TN | 6.4 |
| Buchanan Elementary Murfreesboro, TN | 6.4 |
| Gray Elementary School Gray, TN | 6.4 |
| Henry Elementary Henry, TN | 6.4 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN | 6.4 |
| Mayfield Elementary Cleveland, TN | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hickman Elementary
What grades does Hickman Elementary serve?
Hickman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hickman Elementary?
Hickman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hickman Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hickman Elementary rank in TN?
Hickman Elementary ranks #933 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Hickman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hickman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickman Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hickman Elementary a charter school?
No, Hickman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hickman Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hickman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (615) 884-4020
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #65 of 154
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