Serving 271 students in grades 9-12, Dixon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixon High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dixon, MO, covering approximately 133.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 6.6 miles and the furthest edge located 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dixon High School's student population of 271 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dixon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixon High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1662 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixon High School's ranking?
Dixon High School is ranked #1662 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Dixon High School often compared to?
Dixon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crocker High School, Waynesville Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dixon High School?
The graduation rate of Dixon High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dixon High School?
271 students attend Dixon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dixon High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon High School?
Dixon High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dixon High School offer ?
Dixon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixon High School part of?
Dixon High School is part of Dixon R-I School District.
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