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Hickory Creek School

Elementary School · Warren County

270 Pioneer LN, Mcminnville, TN 37110

Enrollment

647

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,429 of 1,786

In Mcminnville

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#10 of 12

Warren County

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Hickory Creek School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Mcminnville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hickory Creek School

Hickory Creek School is a public elementary school in Mcminnville, TN, part of Warren County. Hickory Creek School serves approximately 647 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickory Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,429 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hickory Creek School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Hickory Creek School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,299
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Hickory Creek School — Students at Hickory Creek School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
49.5%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
36.4%
ELA
31.3%
2025
Math
32.3%
ELA
29.3%

* 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 Hickory Creek School Compares

See how Hickory Creek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

Location

270 Pioneer LN, Mcminnville, TN 37110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hickory Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irving College Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 6.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coffee Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Altamont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcminnville, see our Mcminnville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Warren County High School Mcminnville 0.2 mi 5.0
WESTWOOD DAY SCHOOL Mc Minnville 2.5 mi
West Elementary Mcminnville 3.8 mi 6.3
Warren County Alternative Academy Mcminnville 3.8 mi 3.1
Bobby Ray Memorial Mcminnville 4.0 mi 5.8
COVENANT ACADEMY Mc Minnville 3.6 mi 6.5
Warren County Middle School Mcminnville 4.4 mi 5.1
Warren Connect Mcminnville 4.4 mi 5.8
FAULKNER SPRINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Minnville 5.8 mi
Centertown Elementary Mcminnville 6.3 mi 5.6
Morrison Elementary Morrison 6.0 mi 7.5
Irving College Elementary Mcminnville 6.9 mi 8.4
CENTERTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mc Minnville 8.2 mi
Dibrell Elementary Mcminnville 11.7 mi 6.0
CEDARS OF LEBANON ACADEMY Mc Minnville 11.2 mi 6.6
Eastside Elementary Rock Island 10.8 mi 7.3
East Coffee Elementary Manchester 12.8 mi 8.2
North Elementary Altamont 16.8 mi 7.7
Cannon South Elementary School Bradyville 14.5 mi 4.8
Deerfield Elementary School Manchester 14.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,135

Median Home Value

$178,900

Median Rent

$767/mo

Population

33,772

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickory Creek School

What grades does Hickory Creek School serve?

Hickory Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hickory Creek School?

Hickory Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Creek School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hickory Creek School rank in TN?

Hickory Creek School ranks #1,429 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hickory Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickory Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Hickory Creek School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickory Creek School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hickory Creek School a charter school?

No, Hickory Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hickory Creek School a Title I school?

No, Hickory Creek School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

Warren County
District Enrollment
6,447
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,299
District Rank
#10 of 12

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