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#422 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 20% in state

Dickinson Elementary

Elementary School · De Pere School District

435 S Washington St, De Pere, WI 54115

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#422 of 2,105

In De Pere

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

De Pere School District

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Dickinson Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in De Pere · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Notre Dame School of De Pere

6.7/10

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8.2/10

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About Dickinson Elementary

Dickinson Elementary is a public elementary school in De Pere, WI, part of De Pere School District. Dickinson Elementary serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dickinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #422 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Dickinson Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.8 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism5%

Dickinson Elementary — Students at Dickinson Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
51.9%
2025
Math
77.9%
ELA
74%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Dickinson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
80th percentile in WI
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.0%

Location

435 S Washington St, De Pere, WI 54115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dickinson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Susie C Altmayer Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Green Bay), with a very similar rating. For more schools in De Pere, see our De Pere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF DE PERE De Pere 0.4 mi 6.7
Foxview Intermediate De Pere 0.4 mi 8.2
De Pere High De Pere 0.5 mi 5.4
De Pere Middle De Pere 0.8 mi 8.0
Heritage Elementary De Pere 1.1 mi 7.7
Phantom Knight School of Opportunity De Pere 1.0 mi
Doty Elementary Green Bay 1.3 mi 4.7
FATHER ALLOUEZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Green Bay 1.5 mi 7.4
GREEN BAY MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S WORLD De Pere 1.3 mi
West De Pere High De Pere 1.4 mi 5.9
Green Bay Correctional Institution Green Bay 2.0 mi
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI De Pere 1.7 mi 7.5
Langlade Elementary Green Bay 1.9 mi 6.1
Susie C Altmayer Elementary De Pere 2.3 mi 8.8
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere 1.8 mi 8.6
Westwood Elementary De Pere 2.0 mi 7.5
West De Pere Intermediate School De Pere 2.0 mi 7.9
Cormier School and Early Learning Center Green Bay 2.8 mi 4.6
West De Pere Middle De Pere 2.1 mi 7.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Green Bay 3.0 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,023

Median Home Value

$307,800

Median Rent

$1,071/mo

Population

49,663

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Addison Elementary Hartford, WI 8.0
Belleville Elementary Belleville, WI 8.0
Cadott Elementary Cadott, WI 8.0
Chappell Elementary Green Bay, WI 8.0
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha, WI 8.0
Country Dale Elementary Franklin, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dickinson Elementary

What grades does Dickinson Elementary serve?

Dickinson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Dickinson Elementary?

Dickinson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dickinson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dickinson Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dickinson Elementary rank in WI?

Dickinson Elementary ranks #422 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Dickinson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dickinson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Dickinson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dickinson Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dickinson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Dickinson Elementary a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dickinson Elementary?

27.5% of students at Dickinson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.0%

District

De Pere School District
District Enrollment
4,526
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#4 of 6

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