Dixon High School high school in Dixon, California. It is the only mainstream high school in the town of 18,974, although there is a small alternative high school called Maine Prairie High School. Dixon High School is part of the Dixon Unified School District. It is located at 555 College Way.
Serving 1,012 students in grades 9-12, Dixon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dixon High School's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing and integrating the structures and practices necessary to ensure all students learn at high levels.
School Rankings
Dixon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixon High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4512 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixon High School's ranking?
Dixon High School is ranked #4512 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dixon High School often compared to?
Dixon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vacaville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dixon High School?
The graduation rate of Dixon High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dixon High School?
1,012 students attend Dixon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dixon High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon High School?
Dixon High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dixon High School offer ?
Dixon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dixon High School part of?
Dixon High School is part of Dixon Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 11/10/2021
This school overall isn't bad. it is just boring.
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