Serving 890 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hickory Flat Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Flat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hickory Flat Elementary School's student population of 890 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
890 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 1, 2026
School Rankings
Hickory Flat Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Flat Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
7%
36%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherokee County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Flat Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Flat Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hickory Flat Elementary School?
890 students attend Hickory Flat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hickory Flat Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Flat Elementary School?
Hickory Flat Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hickory Flat Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Flat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Flat Elementary School part of?
Hickory Flat Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
School Reviews
Review Hickory Flat Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
