Hickory High

1996 Hawk Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23322

1,600 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Hickory High School, located at 1996 Hawk Blvd in Chesapeake, Virginia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Chesapeake Public Schools district. Known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, the "Hawks" represent a high school that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities. The school is centrally located in the Hickory area, serving as a hub for students living in the southern portion of the city.

Beyond its classroom curriculum, Hickory High is widely recognized for its robust athletics program and active student organizations, which foster a well-rounded educational environment. The school prioritizes student development through various clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, aiming to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the workforce. Its facility on Hawk Boulevard serves as a landmark for the local community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible and quality secondary education for the Chesapeake population.

1,600

Total Students

111.4

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

11.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hickory High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,185
Hispanic	161
Black	78
Asian	53
Two or More	116
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	3

White
1,185 (74.1%)
Hispanic
161 (10.1%)
Two or More
116 (7.2%)
Black
78 (4.9%)
Asian
53 (3.3%)
American Indian
4 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Chesapeake City Public Schools
Phone:	(757)421-4295
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,600
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	111.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	164
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	21

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 390

Grade 10 430

Grade 11 395

Grade 12 385