| School | Grades | GreatSchools rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hickory Elementary School | PK–5 | 10/10 |
| Hickory Middle School | 6–8 | 9/10 |
| Hickory High School | 9–12 | 9/10 |
Ratings from GreatSchools.org, checked Sept 2026. Ratings change, and school zones vary by address — always confirm the assigned schools with Chesapeake Public Schools.
Why Hickory schools stand out
On GreatSchools, [Hickory Elementary](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/chesapeake/299-Hickory-Elementary-School/) rates 10/10 and [Hickory Middle](https://www.greatschools.org/virginia/chesapeake/298-Hickory-Middle-School/) rates 9/10. Hickory High School has a 9/10 GreatSchools rating, well above average for Virginia. It has strong attendance and has earned two GreatSchools College Success Awards. Hickory Elementary and Hickory Middle also rank among Chesapeake's top-rated schools. Comparing school zones? See my South Norfolk schools guide too.
School zones are just one piece of the search. Here's how I help families as your Hampton Roads buyer's agent.
What this means for buyers and sellers
The Hickory school zone is a big reason families choose this part of southern Chesapeake, even with longer drives to shopping. New construction and acreage homes zoned for Hickory are in high demand.
Because the zone covers a large rural area, the lines can surprise people. I always check the address with Chesapeake Public Schools. For sellers, Hickory zoning is a key selling point I put at the front of your marketing.
When you're ready to tour homes in the school zones you want, see what working with a Hampton Roads buyer's agent looks like, then reach out.
