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Dickson County Distance Learning Academy
School · Dickson County
4000 Hwy 48 N, Charlotte, TN 37036
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,285 of 1,786
In Charlotte
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#14 of 17
Dickson County
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Dickson County Distance Learning Academy
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy is a public school in Charlotte, TN, part of Dickson County. Dickson County Distance Learning Academy serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 2.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dickson County Distance Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,285 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Dickson County Distance Learning Academy show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Dickson County Distance Learning Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dickson County Distance Learning Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 2.4:1 students to teachers, Dickson County Distance Learning Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dickson County Distance Learning Academy — Students at Dickson County Distance Learning Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Dickson County Distance Learning Academy Compares
See how Dickson County Distance Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4000 Hwy 48 N, Charlotte, TN 37036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dickson County Distance Learning Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Dickson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Special Services (rated 3.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Dickson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Directions Academy Charlotte | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Charlotte Middle School Charlotte | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Charlotte Elementary Charlotte | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Creek Wood High School Charlotte | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Dickson County High School Dickson | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Vanleer Elementary Vanleer | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| The Discovery School Dickson | 7.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Special Services Dickson | 7.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Dickson Middle School Dickson | 7.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Centennial Elementary Dickson | 7.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Dickson Elementary Dickson | 7.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Oakmont Elementary Dickson | 9.1 mi | 7.4 |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dickson | 9.4 mi | 5.7 |
| White Bluff Elementary White Bluff | 8.1 mi | 7.1 |
| W James Middle School White Bluff | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Stuart Burns Elementary Burns | 10.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Burns Middle School Burns | 10.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Montgomery Central Elementary Cunningham | 15.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Montgomery Central High Cunningham | 15.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Montgomery Central Middle Cunningham | 15.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,277
Median Home Value
$254,900
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
6,653
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
93.6%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston, TN | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martin, TN | 5.5 |
| GREENEVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Greeneville, TN | 5.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kingsport, TN | 5.2 |
| Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman, TN | 5.2 |
| Robertson County Phoenix Academy Springfield, TN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dickson County Distance Learning Academy
What grades does Dickson County Distance Learning Academy serve?
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Dickson County Distance Learning Academy?
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dickson County Distance Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Dickson County Distance Learning Academy is 2.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dickson County Distance Learning Academy rank in TN?
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy ranks #1,285 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Dickson County Distance Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dickson County Distance Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dickson County Distance Learning Academy has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Dickson County Distance Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Dickson County Distance Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dickson County Distance Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Dickson County Distance Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Dickson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (615) 740-6070
Resources & Links
District
Dickson County- District Enrollment
- 8,009
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,729
- District Rank
- #14 of 17
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