Hickory High

Hickory High School is a public high school in Chesapeake, Virginia. It is part of the Chesapeake City Public Schools district and serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school has about 1,700 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 16:1, which helps with focused academic instruction. Hickory High School is one of seven high schools in the district. The school has a full academic program with a strong focus on preparing students for college. This includes Advanced Placement classes and tests. Around 41% of Hickory High School students take AP classes. The school also offers honors classes and extracurricular activities that help students grow both academically and personally. The 2025–2026 school year shows that students are doing very well in school. About 96% of them are good at math and about 93% of them are good at reading. The school also sets up SAT and ACT tests for students to take. Hickory High School has a wide range of students, with about 24% being minorities and about 11% being economically disadvantaged. The amount of money given to each student is in line with the district's averages.

The Hickory High School track team is turning problems into successes, showing how strong and determined they are. The Hawks, the school's football team, are doing great this season thanks to their growth and team spirit. Hickory High School is also honoring Principal Dr. Donna Weingand, who won the Excellence in Educational Leadership Award. Catawba County has also given the school a lot of money, which means that the school can move forward with plans to replace the current building and move HCAM to the same site.

Q1. What kinds of help are there for schoolwork?

Ans. Tutoring, counseling, and mentoring programs help students get through tough times and do well in school.

Q2. Does Hickory High make it easy for students to learn?

Ans. Yes, the school stresses inclusion, staff support, and learning together to help all students do well.

Q3. Does Hickory High give students chances to learn through practical activities things?

Ans. Yes, students can do hands-on projects and activities that connect what they learn in class to what they do in the real world.

Q4. How do Hickory High keep a good school culture?

Ans. To make the learning space safe, welcoming, and collaborative, respect, inclusion, and accountability are important.

Q5. Do students get help getting ready for college entrance exams?

Ans. Yes, of course! Along with SAT and ACT tests, the school helps students get ready for college.