Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center serves 652 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center's student population of 652 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 132% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
63%
15%
White
8%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center?
652 students attend Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center?
Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center offer ?
Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center part of?
Hickman Mills 6th 7th Gr Center is part of Hickman Mills C-1 School District.
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