Hickory Tree School is a private, non-sectarian school. The preschool and elementary school divisions offer an academically-based program geared specifically for each stage of growth.
Our qualified and experienced teaching staff provides the personal care and support needed to enhance emotional development.
Hickory Tree School has a group of teachers, selected for their education, experience and ability.
In addition to being academically, California-state qualified, our staff has sensitivity and understanding, to provide a comfortable atmosphere for a child's first learning experience.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hickory Tree School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Hickory Tree School is a private, non-sectarian school. The preschool and elementary school divisions offer an academically-based program geared specifically for each stage of growth. Our qualified and experienced teaching staff provides the personal care and support needed to enhance emotional development. Hickory Tree School has a group of teachers, selected for their education, experience and ability. In addition to being academically, California-state qualified, our staff has sensitivity and understanding, to provide a comfortable atmosphere for a child's first learning experience.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Hickory Tree School?
The application deadline for Hickory Tree School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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