Hickory Day School instills a love of learning as a hallmark of academic excellence in an enriched learning environment, inspiring knowledgeable, principled and compassionate students reflecting global perspectives.
We develop individual talents, skills and abilities by promoting active participation in a wide range of academic, athletic and extracurricular activities within a supportive, nurturing environment.
We foster a sustained love of learning allowing students to acquire a critical mass of significant knowledge by exploring themes of inquiry, which have global relevance and importance.
School Overview
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) International Baccalaureate (IB) World School |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 |
| Learning Programs Supported | Small student to teacher ratio allows faculty to address learning differences |
| Year Founded | 1993 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 124 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 22 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 25% |
| Average Class Size | 11 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Monday-Thursday = khaki and collared shirts; Fridays = jeans/casual) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | See web site for complete tuition details per grade level. |
| Admissions Director | Janice Dollar |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 2 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, SoccerBasketball, Soccer, |
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is Tabernacle Christian School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St Stephen Lutheran School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Tabernacle Christian School (1.6 miles away)
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Hickory
St Stephen Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)2304 Springs Rd Ne
Hickory, NC, 28601
(828)256-2166(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)0.9 mi | 178 students | Gr. KG-8 -
HickoryTabernacle Christian School
(Baptist)1225 29th Avenue Dr Ne
Hickory, NC, 28601
(828)324-9936(Baptist)1.6 mi | 109 students | Gr. PK-12 -
ConoverChristian Family Academy
(Christian)4643 County Home Road
Conover, NC, 28613
(828)256-8474(Christian)2.2 mi | 92 students | Gr. K-12 -
HickoryLittle Folks School East
Daycare / Preschool (Non-sectarian)410 21st Street Se
Hickory, NC, 28602
(828)327-9983Daycare / Preschool (Non-sectarian)2.3 mi | 62 students | Gr. PK-NS -
HickoryUniversity Christian High School
(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)602 7th Avenue NE
Hickory, NC, 28601
(828)855-2995(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)2.7 mi | 55 students | Gr. 9-12
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