HICKORY HIGH SCHOOL

Hickory High is a public high school that is part of the Chesapeake City Public Schools school district, located in Chesapeake, VA with about 1,790 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 104 teachers, Hickory High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 High School, located at 1996 Hawk Blvd in Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Chesapeake Public Schools district. Known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, the "Hawks" represent a high school that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities. The school is centrally located in the Hickory area, serving as a hub for students living in the southern portion of the city.

Beyond its classroom curriculum, Hickory High is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and active student organizations, which foster a well-rounded educational environment. The school prioritizes student development through various clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, aiming to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the workforce. Its facility on Hawk Boulevard serves as a landmark for the local community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible and quality secondary education for the Chesapeake population.

For more information, contact Hickory High at (757) 421-4295 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1996 Hawk Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23322
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HICKORY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Chesapeake, VA with about 1,790 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,790
Teachers:
104.44
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 1,790 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HICKORY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
78.6%
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
Black or African American
6.7%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

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.