Serving 973 students in grades 6-12, Dickinson (John) School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in DE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dickinson (John) School's student population of 973 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
973 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dickinson (John) School ranks within the top 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinson (John) School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
26%
30%
White
40%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson (John) School's ranking?
Dickinson (John) School is ranked #66 out of 196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dickinson (John) School?
The graduation rate of Dickinson (John) School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 80%.
How many students attend Dickinson (John) School?
973 students attend Dickinson (John) School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Dickinson (John) School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dickinson (John) School?
Dickinson (John) School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dickinson (John) School offer ?
Dickinson (John) School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Dickinson (John) School part of?
Dickinson (John) School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 20, 2024 (Tuesday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Teacher In-Service, Schools Closed
August 22, 2024 (Thursday)
Schools Closed, Offices Open
August 23, 2024 (Friday)
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