What grades does Hickory High serve?

As a High school, Hickory High serves students in Chesapeake, VA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Hickory High located?

You can find Hickory High in Chesapeake, VA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory High?

At Hickory High, there are approximately 14.7 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Chesapeake, VA?

Hickory High is among the schools serving Chesapeake, VA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Hickory High — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Chesapeake, Virginia|Chesapeake City Public Schools

Chesapeake, VA 23322

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Elementary Only Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.

Nov

Tue

Teacher Workday/In-Service DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Schools are closed for all students.Employees report for workday/in-service day events.

Nov

Fri

Veteran's Day Hero's Breakfast🇺🇲BreakDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Veterans Day - Holiday HolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Early Release Day half_dayDistrict-wide

Early release day for all schools. Schedule pending.

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,606

Student:Teacher

14.7:1

Locale

Rural

District

Chesapeake City Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

11.4%

Phone

(757)421-4295

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

89%

91th percentile in VA

Math Proficiency

74%

81th percentile in VA

Graduation Rate

96%

Chronic Absenteeism

3.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

24 courses offered

399 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

298 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

97 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

272 test takers

Athletics

24 sports, 33 teams

755 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1

Near average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

555

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

120.94

99% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.38

Social Workers

0.51999998

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,274

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,568

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,927

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 43%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$363,198

+1.8% 1yr+32.1% 5yr

Virginia Beach, VA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

13.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

6.7%

Uninsured residents

6.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,654

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,272

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,955 (31%)

Other Health Impairment

1,671 (27%)

Autism

1,261 (20%)

Speech/Language Impairment

692 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

182 (3%)

Intellectual Disability

162 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,600

Current enrollment

Stable(-5% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Elementary Only Teacher Workday

NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.

Staff Day

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Teacher Workday/In-Service Day

Schools are closed for all students.Employees report for workday/in-service day events.

Staff Day

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

Veteran's Day Hero's Breakfast🇺🇲

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Chesapeake City Public Schools. Hickory High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Teacher Meet & GreetDistrict-wide Come anytime between 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM to walk your schedule and meet your teachers.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Teacher Meet & Greet Grades 1st thru 5thDistrict-wide Last Names A - H: 9:00 am to 10:00 amLast Names I - O: 10:00 am to 11:00 amLast Names P - Z: 11:00 to 12:00 pm	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - Holiday District-wide All Chesapeake Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.All schools and offices will open on their regular schedules on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, the first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year!	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Elementary Only Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher Workday/In-Service DayDistrict-wide Schools are closed for all students.Employees report for workday/in-service day events.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Veteran's Day Hero's Breakfast🇺🇲District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day - Holiday District-wide All Chesapeake Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.All schools and offices will reopen on their regular schedules on Thursday, November 12, 2026.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Release Day District-wide Early release day for all schools. Schedule pending.	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving HolidayDistrict-wide Schools will be closed November 26 - 27 (Thursday, and Friday) for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no school (on-campus or virtual) for students, faculty, and staff.District and school offices will also be closed November 26 - 27 (Thursday and Friday) for the Thanksgiving holiday.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	PTA Holiday ShoppeDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Dec 12, 2026	WInter Holiday BreakfastDistrict-wide More info to come!	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	3rd Grade Holiday Musical ProgramDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	❄ Winter Break ❄District-wide All schools will be closed for students and teachers from Wednesday, December 23, through and including Friday, January 1, 2027, for winter break.Classes will resume on a regular schedule on Monday, January 4, 2027.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	❄ Winter Break ❄District-wide All Chesapeake Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed through and including Friday, January 1, 2027, for winter break.All schools and offices will reopen on their regular schedules on Monday, January 4, 2027.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - HolidayDistrict-wide All Chesapeake Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed today, Monday, January 18, 2027, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.All schools and offices will reopen on their regular schedules on Tuesday, January 19, 2027.	Holiday	—