Serving 943 students in grades 6-8, Hickory Creek Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hickory Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hickory Creek Middle School's student population of 943 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
943 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Tiger Orange and Black
School Rankings
Hickory Creek Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hickory Creek Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
70%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hickory Creek Middle School's ranking?
Hickory Creek Middle School is ranked #25 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hickory Creek Middle School often compared to?
Hickory Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butler Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hickory Creek Middle School?
943 students attend Hickory Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hickory Creek Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hickory Creek Middle School?
Hickory Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hickory Creek Middle School offer ?
Hickory Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hickory Creek Middle School part of?
Hickory Creek Middle School is part of Frankfort CCSD 157c School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School K-8
August 20, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2027 (Thursday)
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