J. D. Dickerson Primary School serves 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. D. Dickerson Primary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of J. D. Dickerson Primary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
51%
36%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are J. D. Dickerson Primary School often compared to?
J. D. Dickerson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toombs Central Elementary School, Lyons Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend J. D. Dickerson Primary School?
464 students attend J. D. Dickerson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of J. D. Dickerson Primary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. D. Dickerson Primary School?
J. D. Dickerson Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. D. Dickerson Primary School offer ?
J. D. Dickerson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. D. Dickerson Primary School part of?
J. D. Dickerson Primary School is part of Vidalia City School District.
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