Hickman Elementary School

112 Stewarts Ferry Pike

School District

Davidson County
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:11
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 12, 2024

My child attended this school for two years. It was an extremely disappointing experience. At best, I would say this school is fine. My child's experience was fine, their learning experience was fine, their support was fine, etc. We searched for alternatives because we knew there were other schools in the area that offered more than just fine. - There is no PTA. Literally, there is none. I don't know if parents are not encouraged to engage or if parents are not willing but there was almost zero "extras" because of this. - Parents are not involved and there is no engagement with parents. The principal calls on Sunday evenings with the same updates -- "submit your paperwork, please be on time, ATTENDANCE, ATTENDANCE, ATTENDANCE". The school uses the Remind app and in my experience it was all parent-driven. If I wanted to speak to the teacher, I messaged them and I'd get a response 12 hours later. I had NO idea what my child was learning -- every day their folder would have something they drew in free time, but never school work. At the end of the quarter a giant pile of work would come home and there would be low scores and bad grades we never knew about. We'd love to help our child learn but how can we when we never saw any coursework? - There are a handful (maybe two?) opportunities for parents to attend the school -- mostly it's an opportunity for parents to come and buy things at the book fair. Our child's teachers are not there, the classrooms are closed and locked, and the only "activity" is buying books and being solicited by vendors in the front lobby. We attended Open House and that was it. Even Parent-Teacher conference was by phone. - It's just SO poorly organized. Our child had swim at the Y - this was great! Except it was on random days, on no set schedule and we'd get a message at 6am the day of to remember to pack our child's swim gear. It was a scramble to get everything together in the morning. We'd have NO information about school drop offs, pickups, etc. "Don't forget that parent help day is Tuesday at 8am!" -- we'd get that message on Sunday night. They'd get a list of spelling words on Tuesday and it would say "Test on Thursday!" No calendars, no planning, no organization.Anyway, I know the teachers are doing the best they can, but the administration seems mediocre. If you want your kid to have a "clock-in, clock-out" experience then this is fine. But I knew there was more for my kid elsewhere
Submitted by parent on May 31, 2016

HES is a community school that places a great emphasis on providing a great education in a safe environment. This school had its challenges in the past but it's made incredible strides in the last two years.
Submitted by other on December 11, 2015

I recently took a tour of this school. The staff was very conscientious and helpful. The students seemed happy and engaged in learning.
Submitted by parent on September 29, 2015

Love this school! The teachers are passionate and communicate great with parents. I can't think of anything about this school that I would change.
Submitted by parent on October 17, 2014

NOT HAPPY! My daughter just move in the school zone. This is my grandson 1st year in school, and boy has he been excited! He makes good grades and love to learn. His mom has been preparing him for this change in school (Hickman)He was ready!!!Here we are 3 days in the new school and he don't want to go back...He's just a kindergarten. I am up at 2:53 a.m. concern with how my baby spirit is crushed! He is coming out of this class 1st thing in the morning. In hopes to get it right! The teacher gave me a bad perception when we entered her class... I understand it was in the middle of teaching, but nothing and I mean NOTHING was welcoming about that entrance... I was hoping it was me... But it wasn't and my grandson excitement about learning is way to important to us... I will be there in the morning changing his class...Oh by the way, if I didn't give his supplies to you to give to other students; that means They belong to him...the nerve of this teacher taking something from my baby and then give it to other students... That hurt his feelings... I know he is in "k" but you have already underestimated his intelligence. signed----> UNHAPPY GRANDMOM
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2014

HICKMAN HAWKS is an EXCELLENT SCHOOL! My daughter has attended Hickman since the beginning and she has loved all of her teachers. They care about the kids and ensure that they parents are aware of all activities going on with the school. The Principal leadership is outstanding. I could name certain teachers that are truly outstanding but without ALL TEACHERS it would not be a HICKMAN HAWK SCHOOL! Thank you!
Submitted by parent on April 18, 2014

I love Hickman Elementary, they take pride in knowing families as well as students. If you walk in and they never seen you before, they get concerned and find out who you are. Even when they know you they still ask for identification and that suites me just fine I'll show my ID a million times if it means I know my child and the other children are safe. Thank You
Submitted by parent on January 11, 2013

We moved into the Hickman zoning about a month before school started this year and had no knowledge of the school. My son has had excellent teaching and a good environment to make new friends, which can be hard as an incoming 4th grader. I haven't been involved as a volunteer this year, but any interaction with the office has been efficient and pleasant, and Dr. Critchlow is obviously a committed leader. We've been very happy and I feel fortunate to have had such a good experience as a parent of a new student - thank you, Hickman!
Submitted by parent on May 04, 2012

Dr Critchlow, the principle is great. Most teachers are wonderful. My kids have never be in trouble but I have seen and heard certain teachers yelled at the kids.
Submitted by parent on December 08, 2010

I am the parent of a former Hickman Student. He is now in Donelson Middle School and is doing GREAT thanks to all the hard work of the Hickman Teachers as well as the work ethic they invoke and expect of their students.