Serving 1,078 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hickory Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,078 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hickory Tree Elementary School's student population of 1,078 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,078 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hickory Tree Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Tree Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1049 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Osceola School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Tree Elementary School is ranked #1049 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hickory Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Cloud Elementary School, Narcoossee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hickory Tree Elementary School?
1,078 students attend Hickory Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hickory Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Tree Elementary School?
Hickory Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hickory Tree Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hickory Tree Elementary School part of?
Hickory Tree Elementary School is part of Osceola School District.
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