HICKORY CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hickory Center Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Northwest Allen County Schools school district, located in Fort Wayne, IN with about 433 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Hickory Center Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hickory Center Elementary School is a public school located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, serving as part of the Northwest Allen County Schools (NACS) district. The school provides a K-5 educational experience, focusing on building a strong foundation in core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. It is known for maintaining a community-oriented atmosphere that prioritizes student growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment for young learners.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its integration of modern instructional practices. Beyond the traditional curriculum, Hickory Center often engages students through various extracurricular opportunities and school-wide initiatives designed to foster creativity, character development, and civic responsibility. By leveraging its place within the highly rated NACS district, the school benefits from dedicated staff, active parent involvement, and resources aimed at preparing students for a successful transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Hickory Center Elementary School at (260) 637-3758 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3606 Baird Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
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HICKORY CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Fort Wayne, IN with about 433 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
433
Teachers:
28
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 433 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HICKORY CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 82% of the student body.

White
81.8%
Two or more races
8.1%
Asian
4.8%
Hispanic/Latino
3.0%
Black or African American
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.