Summary
Hickey Elementary is a K-5 school in Plano, TX, serving 497 students within the Plano Independent School District (Isd), and it consistently earns a 4-star rating, making it a reliable, above-average choice for families.
Hickey stands out as a strong academic performer, especially when compared to nearby district peers. While schools like Meadows Elementary, Barron Elementary, Forman Elementary, and Memorial Elementary rank in the bottom half of Texas schools, Hickey consistently ranks in the 75th to 85th percentile. A key differentiator is its exceptional Spanish-language program, where students in grades 3-5 significantly outperform both district and state averages in reading and math. However, the school shows a unique pattern in English math scores: 3rd graders struggle, falling below district averages, but by 4th grade, students become a powerhouse, far exceeding both district and state proficiency rates. This suggests a potential early-grade challenge that is successfully addressed by the following year.
Hickey serves a moderately diverse student body, with about 36% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch. This places it in a "middle band" of schools with Dooley Elementary and McCall Elementary, all of which show solid performance despite moderate poverty levels. For context, the high-performing Hunt Elementary, just 1.65 miles away, has only 14% poverty and outperforms Hickey in every English subject, highlighting the strong link between poverty and achievement. While Hickey excels for its White and male students, it faces a clear challenge in closing the achievement gap for its Hispanic and low-income students. Overall, Hickey offers a stable, effective education, particularly through its standout bilingual program, but families should be aware that success is not evenly distributed across all student groups.
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