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David H. Hickman High School

#2 in Best Public High Schools in Columbia, MO Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • PK, 9-12
  • Columbia, MO
  • 478 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A-
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
    David H. Hickman High School is a highly rated, public school located in Columbia, MO. It has 1,725 students in grades PK, 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 35% of students are at least proficient in math and 61% in reading.
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    (573) 214-3000
    1104 N Providence Rd
    Columbia, MO 65203
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    61%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    35%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1290
    36 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    340 responses
    AP Enrollment
    34%
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    Living in the Area

    Columbia

    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $49,277
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $854
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $185,700
    National
    $184,700

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    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.44 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.44 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 114 responses
    • Homecoming Game
      19%
    • Purple Cow, lip syncing competition
      19%
    • Hickman vs Rockbridge basketball and football game
      12%
    • Every Sporting Event
      11%
    • The Hickman Review
      11%
    • Pop Cultural Assembly
      8%
    • Kewpie award Ceremony
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,725
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    32%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.46 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.46 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.46 responses
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    Preschool

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    Starting Age
    3
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Schedule Options
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    • Offers Part Week
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    • Offers Full Day
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    • Offers Part Day
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    16:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $54,321
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    7%
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.61 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.61 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.61 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,686/ year
    National
    $12,239
    93%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.67 responses
    49%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.67 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.67 responses
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    Throughout my entire experience at David H. Hickman High School, what I enjoyed most were the teachers. Not only were they extremely supportive and respectful, but they also cared about students moving forward with there education. They were always on top of making sure students are understanding what they're learning. That is something I will forever be grateful for as my future evolves. Although, something I hope to see change at Hickman is resources and administration. I wish they were more involved with helping the students prepare for colleges, such as FAFSA, applications or even just one on one talk about college lifestyle itself. Hopefully, the future generation will have more knowledge. Nonetheless, Hickman High school was a great experience and I enjoyed my four years there!
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    I have been going to Hickman for the past 4 years a love it here! I could not imagine going to a better high school in my area. The atmosphere is wonderful and very positive. The teachers are great and I can easily talk to them whenever I need. The students can be challenging to work with at times but that seems to be the case for most high schools. I am an honors student and enjoy the classes available. They fit my needs along with the needs of students who do not need the challenge like I do. Overall, Hickman is a really great school and I am proud to be a kewpie.
    Some teachers use grading as a punishment. For example: today a teacher decided at the end of class to announce that if the student took their phone out any time during class they failed for the day. It was common practice in this class to use their phones when the work was done. This had the effect of dropping the student's grade 1.5%. This is disappointing as teachers are supposed to be helping the students get into college not dock their GPA and reduce their financial aid awards!
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