Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dickson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dickson Elementary serves the southwest part of Dickson, TN, covering an area of approximately 34.6 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dickson Elementary School's student population of 229 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading.Teaching. Learning Together
School Rankings
Dickson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickson Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickson Elementary School's ranking?
Dickson Elementary School is ranked #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dickson Elementary School often compared to?
Dickson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stuart Burns Elementary School, The Discovery School, Oakmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dickson Elementary School?
229 students attend Dickson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dickson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Dickson Elementary School offer ?
Dickson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickson Elementary School part of?
Dickson Elementary School is part of Dickson County School District.
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