Serving 990 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixon High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Dixon, CA, encompassing approximately 197.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 15.5 miles away.
- 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 990 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
990 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.56, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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 86.2%.
How many students attend Dixon High School?
990 students attend Dixon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dixon High School students are Hispanic, 24% 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 24:1, 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
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