Serving 1,786 students in grades 9-12, William L Dickinson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William L Dickinson High School serves the northern part of Jersey City, NJ, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
William L Dickinson High School's student population of 1,786 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Diversity, Honor, Success
School Rankings
William L Dickinson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William L Dickinson High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2009 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
79%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William L Dickinson High School's ranking?
William L Dickinson High School is ranked #2009 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are William L Dickinson High School often compared to?
William L Dickinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James J Ferris High School, Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of William L Dickinson High School?
The graduation rate of William L Dickinson High School is 79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend William L Dickinson High School?
1,786 students attend William L Dickinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of William L Dickinson High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William L Dickinson High School?
William L Dickinson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William L Dickinson High School offer ?
William L Dickinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William L Dickinson High School part of?
William L Dickinson High School is part of Jersey City School District.
In what neighborhood is William L Dickinson High School located?
William L Dickinson High School is located in the Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Journal Square.
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