Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Dickinson Fine Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy's student population of 519 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinson Fine Arts Academy is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1737 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
54%
13%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy is ranked #1737 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Dickinson Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
Dickinson Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School, Lasalle Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Dickinson Fine Arts Academy?
519 students attend Dickinson Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dickinson Fine Arts Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dickinson Fine Arts Academy?
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dickinson Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickinson Fine Arts Academy part of?
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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