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Preschools
10
High Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Hickory based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Burke County School District
11,770 students | MORGANTON, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 29 schools -
Catawba County School District
15,678 students | NEWTON, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 28 schools -
Hickory City School District
3,877 students | HICKORY, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 9 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Hickory
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Parent / Guardian
May 30, 2025
This school feels more like a daycare than a place for real learning. It's frustrating because it seems like students aren't getting any valuable education— they'd be better off with a school of fish!... More
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Southwest Elementary
Parent / Guardian
May 04, 2025
My daughter has been at this school since she was 3. The teachers have always went above and beyond to make sure she is in the right class and that she is learning to the best of her ability. Most of... More
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St. Stephen's Lutheran School
Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2025
Jenkins Elementary is a wonderful school!! I have 2 kids at Jenkins now, and they are both excelling in school. The teachers are great, the PTA is wonderful, and the kids are happy!
Review for
W M Jenkins Elementary
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