Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hickory Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hickory Woods Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hickory Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Woods Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#307 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Hickory Woods Elementary School is ranked #307 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hickory Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Hickory Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hickory Woods Elementary School?
528 students attend Hickory Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hickory Woods Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickory Woods Elementary School?
Hickory Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hickory Woods Elementary School offer ?
Hickory Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hickory Woods Elementary School part of?
Hickory Woods Elementary School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools School District.
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