Serious incidents run well above the district average, and reporting is largely complete, with one or more categories missing.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 8 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 43 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 1 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 2 | Minor |
Hickory High ranks #6 of 8 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Elementary | PK–05 | 94 | B |
| Viewmont Elementary | PK–05 | 64 | B |
| W M Jenkins Elementary | KG–05 | 39 | B |
| Southwest Primary | PK–02 | 32 | B |
| Longview Elementary | 03–05 | 29 | B |
| Northview Middle | 06–08 | 18 | B |
| Grandview Middle | 06–08 | 8 | B |
| Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School | 06–12 | — | C |