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#523 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 29% in state

Dickson Elementary

Elementary School · Dickson County

120 W Broad ST, Dickson, TN 37055

Enrollment

225

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#523 of 1,786

In Dickson

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 17

Dickson County

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Dickson Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary School in Dickson · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Special Services

3.6/10

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5.6/10

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About Dickson Elementary

Dickson Elementary is a public elementary school in Dickson, TN, part of Dickson County. Dickson Elementary serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dickson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #523 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Dickson Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency40% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,729
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Dickson Elementary — Students at Dickson Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
38.9%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
40%
ELA
38.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Dickson Elementary Compares

See how Dickson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in TN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

120 W Broad ST, Dickson, TN 37055

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dickson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centennial Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oakmont Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, The Discovery School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dickson, see our Dickson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Special Services Dickson 0.8 mi 3.6
Dickson Middle School Dickson 0.8 mi 5.6
Dickson County High School Dickson 1.2 mi 4.9
Centennial Elementary Dickson 1.5 mi 7.9
The Discovery School Dickson 1.5 mi 7.1
Oakmont Elementary Dickson 2.1 mi 7.4
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dickson 2.6 mi 5.7
New Directions Academy Charlotte 7.9 mi 5.2
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy Charlotte 7.9 mi 5.4
Charlotte Middle School Charlotte 8.0 mi 6.2
Charlotte Elementary Charlotte 8.1 mi 7.0
Creek Wood High School Charlotte 7.4 mi 5.5
Stuart Burns Elementary Burns 7.6 mi 7.1
Burns Middle School Burns 8.0 mi 8.3
Vanleer Elementary Vanleer 10.8 mi 6.8
East Hickman Middle School Lyles 10.9 mi 4.4
East Hickman Intermediate School Lyles 11.1 mi 5.8
East Hickman Elementary Lyles 11.1 mi 6.9
White Bluff Elementary White Bluff 10.3 mi 7.1
W James Middle School White Bluff 10.2 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,283

Median Home Value

$258,200

Median Rent

$1,034/mo

Population

28,567

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Centerview Elementary Newport, TN 7.4
D.P. Yates Primary Cleveland, TN 7.4
MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison, TN 7.4
Mooresburg Elementary Mooresburg, TN 7.4
Rutledge Primary Rutledge, TN 7.4
Central Elementary Johnson City, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dickson Elementary

What grades does Dickson Elementary serve?

Dickson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dickson Elementary?

Dickson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dickson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dickson Elementary is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dickson Elementary rank in TN?

Dickson Elementary ranks #523 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Dickson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dickson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dickson Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dickson Elementary a charter school?

No, Dickson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dickson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dickson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Dickson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Dickson County
District Enrollment
8,009
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,729
District Rank
#3 of 17

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