Dixon High School

160 Dixon School Rd
Holly Ridge, NC 28445
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, Dixon High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,028 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dixon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Dixon High School's student population of 1,028 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,028 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings

Dixon High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixon High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#298 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
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60-64%
42%
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70-74%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
11%
20%
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Black
6%
25%
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White
74%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.44
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85%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dixon High School's ranking?
Dixon High School is ranked #298 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dixon High School often compared to?
Dixon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacksonville High School, Swansboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dixon High School?
The graduation rate of Dixon High School is 85%, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Dixon High School?
1,028 students attend Dixon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dixon High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dixon High School?
Dixon High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dixon High School offer ?
Dixon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixon High School part of?
Dixon High School is part of Onslow County Schools School District.

School Reviews

1   4/14/2021
Staff doesn't care about the wellbeing of the students. Staff shows favoritism towards certain students and allows mental and physical violence. Most of the staff doesn't teach well. What are the point of teachers or staff if they don't teach or protect our children? Why do the students who physically abusive other children don't get punished?
- Posted by Parent - Parent
5   9/13/2013
School is like most public schools. the average student gets a little lost in the mix, but those that excell, academically or athletically, or have special learning needs, are met with a great program and caring faculty across the board. It ios mostly the parents that create challenge, when it comes to supporting their children in their studies/athletics. The school may not have all the bells and whistles, but it has a substancial ability to greatly contribute to their students success. However, it does require parent involvement, something that parents are not always willing to give the time and energy to. I have had an issue from time to time, and have always been met with a respectful and prompt response, as well as suitable resolution.
- Posted by Parent - lheal
2   12/11/2012
This school focuses more on atheletics than anything else. Academics should come first and foremost, but this school fails to provide what is needed on an academic level or atheletic level. I would not recommend this school to anyone.
- Posted by Parent - rshbr

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,028 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : 85% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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