Top 10 Best Dickson County Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 8,078 students in Dickson County, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 254 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Dickson County, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Dickson County, TN are The Discovery School, Stuart Burns Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dickson County, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dickson County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best Dickson County Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Discovery School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
101 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 441-4163
Grades: K-5
| 200 students
Rank: #22.
Stuart Burns Elementary School
Math: 48% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3201 Highway 96
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 446-2791
Grades: PK-5
| 719 students
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
Math: 51% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
198 Upper Lake Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: #44.
Sullivan Central Elementary School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #55.
Oakmont Elementary School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
630 Hwy 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #66.
Burns Middle School
Math: 37% | Reading: 36%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
88 Bobcat Trl
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 740-1860
Grades: 6-8
| 504 students
Rank: #77.
W James Middle School
Math: 35% | Reading: 35%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3030 Trace Creek Rd
White Bluff, TN 37187
(615) 740-5770
Grades: 6-8
| 246 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Vanleer Elementary School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4456 Highway 49 West
Vanleer, TN 37181
(615) 740-5760
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
White Bluff Elementary School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
377 School Rd
White Bluff, TN 37187
(615) 740-5775
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #1010.
Creek Wood High School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3499 Highway 47 North
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6000
Grades: 9-12
| 934 students
Rank: #1111.
Charlotte Elementary School
Math: 32% | Reading: 30%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
200 Humphries St
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-5803
Grades: PK-5
| 600 students
Rank: #1212.
Dickson Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
120 W Broad St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Grades: PK-5
| 238 students
Rank: #1313.
Dickson Middle School
Math: 26% | Reading: 30%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
401 E College St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2273
Grades: 6-8
| 579 students
Rank: #1414.
Charlotte Middle School
Math: 30% | Reading: 25%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
250 Humphries St
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6060
Grades: 6-8
| 418 students
Rank: #1515.
Dickson County High School
Math: 6% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
509 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-9003
Grades: 9-12
| 1,460 students
Rank: #1616.
New Directions Academy
Math: 17% | Reading: 23%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4000 Highway 48 North
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6070
Grades: 6-12
| 19 students
4000 Hwy 48 N
Charlotte, TN 37036
(615) 740-6070
Grades: 4-12
| 215 students
Rank: n/an/a
Special Services
115 Academy St
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Grades: PK-11
| 69 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Dickson County, TN

Dickson County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
220 Mc Lemore St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Grades: 6
| 437 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Dickson County, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Dickson County, TN include The Discovery School, Stuart Burns Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dickson County, TN?
18 public schools are located in Dickson County, TN.
What percentage of students in Dickson County, TN go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Dickson County, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dickson County, TN?
Dickson County, TN public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.