So far i love this school they have the tools needed to help my child further his career...i like the fact that they have different classed they go to throughout the day...thier class, dance, music, art, drama, etc...I love it!
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Posted by a parent on 08/11/09
My oldest son started at Hickory Hills in the Fall of 2005 and my second son started in the Fall of 2006. We have had a wonderful experience! My children NEVER say they don't want to go to school! They absolutely LOVE Hickory Hills! The staff is fabulous! Teachers not only care about the teaching end
... Read more of the spectrum but also develop great, close connections with the parents. I have never had a problem getting in contact with anyone from the principal on down! Even the janitors and lunchroom staff are absolutely wonderful! You can tell they all enjoy what they do and where their job is. It's a wonderful feeling to actually feel like your child's school is an extension of your family! We are thrilled to be involved in Marietta's gem of a neighborhood school where academics AND self esteem excel! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/17/09
We love this school! We have been there for four years now. Our third child will start kindergarten next year. Every one of our sons' teachers have been outstanding. Our children have been challenged academically and are truly thriving. The teachers care so much for each and every one of their students.
... Read more The Integrated Arts program is top notch. The Arts Coordinator, Cathy Colton is an incredible asset to this program. If you haven't looked at Hickory Hills with open eyes, you are missing out on a fantastic educational experience for your child! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/12/09
This school is horrible. As a parent who has been in the school I have seen kids reprimanded in front of audiences for things they have done wrong. I feel the teachers, in general, have a lack of enthusiasm. The principals do not try to get any spirit into the school.
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Posted by a other on 10/12/08
I absolutely love Hickory Hills. This is my daughters first year there and she loves the school. Mr. Schellhase is awesome.
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Posted by a parent on 09/24/08
Discipline is a real problem. There is a lot of yelling at kids in the cafeteria and in some primary classrooms. If you have to yell you are out of control. The school does have a friendly atmosphere but it only takes one bad teacher to destroy the experience.
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Posted by a parent on 09/21/08
My children attended this school for a year and a half and it is no wonder that this school is doing so bad in Math. They will keep refering to their math Program as having a 'Spiral effect' And all it seemed to do was spiral down. My daughter had straight As but was 6 months behind in math when we
... Read more moved. My son and his teacher did not do well and I requested a teacher change because he got As with every subject not taught by his home room teacher and Cs or Ds with her. In the new school he is back on track and getting good grades. Low expectations produce low results. If you cross Powder springs to Dunleith you will get much better education. The staff is nice it is just Very Very low expectations. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/20/05
The excellent magnet/charter programs mean that this is still an excellent place for parents who want their children to attend ivy league institutions to buy a home. It is one of the last hidden affordable bastions for a top-notch public school education.
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Posted by a parent on 11/02/05
I have found the teachers at Hickory Hills to be very engaged with both the students and their parents, willing to take time via email, phone calls, or in person. Regular parent-teacher meetings have kept me informed of progress or any issues I need to focus on with my children. Our kids also participate
... Read more in the before and after school programs which have planned agendas that include homework, a set activity for the day, and fun. My kids love Hickory Hills. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/13/05
My children came to this school last year. I didn't really care for my son's teacher. The teachers do not respond to notes until weeks later and then it doesn't matter. You can't get in touch with anyone after school because everyone seems to be gone because no one answers the phone. They seem to cram
... Read more everything and expect the children to remember what they learned. The teachers don't seem very concerned and there is a lack of communication between teacher and parent. The principal and assistant princapal are not the best. Read less
School Profile for Hickory Hills Elementary School
Test scores
Enrollment
Programs
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CRCT* Test Scores
Grade Level:
Test Year: 2008
Hickory Hills Elementary School
Marietta City Schools
Georgia
* In 2007-2008 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, English language arts and math in grades 1 through 8 and in science and social studies in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
257
Students per teacher:
13
Full-time teachers:
20
Number of classrooms:
30
Arts
Art
Fine Arts
Dance, Drama
Special Education
Emotionally Challenged, Learning Differences, Speech/Language Pathologists, Title I
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Marietta schools — Hickory Hills Elementary School is located at 500 Redwood Dr Sw, Marietta GA 30064. 500 Redwood Dr Sw is in the 30064 ZIP code in Marietta, GA The school district for Hickory Hills Elementary School is the Marietta City Schools. Hickory Hills Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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