Dickson County High School

Dickson County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
509 Henslee Dr,  Dickson, TN
Dickson County School District
3.5
2.7
1,337 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Doug Phillips
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
28%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
91%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
28%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
81
Full Time Teachers
81
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
25
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
48.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
55%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
388:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
White
72.9%
Hispanic
14.2%
Two or more races
7.6%
Black
3.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 233 Students
Austin Peay State University 221 Students
Tennessee Technological University 176 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 160 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 140 Students
University of Tennessee at Martin 134 Students
Belmont University 128 Students
Nashville State Community College 104 Students
East Tennessee State University 94 Students
Lipscomb University 89 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 96 Students
Psychology 74 Students
Business 63 Students
Biology 63 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 28 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 27 Students
Veterinary Sciences 27 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Mechanical Engineering 22 Students
Pre-Law Studies 21 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 258 Reviews
4.0 Senior
1/15/2026
I am a senior at this school and I believe it is a good school. The school has lots of activities and events that keep the students engaged. The teachers are also really helpful if you just ask them for help.
5.0 Senior
1/26/2024
I have enjoyed my time at Dickson County High School. This school provides so much and the programs help you decide what you want to be. The teachers are kind and helpful and the guidance/college counselors are resourceful. My school has such a wonderful and free environment. I don't remember a time when I hated this school. Even though I'm excited to graduate, I know I will miss this school. I'll miss my friends and my relationships with the teachers. Dickson County High School will always be a part of my heart.
4.0 Senior
1/30/2023
Homecoming is the most traditional, and memorable celebration we have. It is everyone's favorite part of the year, and we always have fun.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 7 Reviews
2.0 student
3/1/2024
Students: The students here are awful; they are very vulgar, rude, and extremely unprofessional. None of them try, partially because this county has low expectations. Fix: Scare them don't suspend them just warn them, call people to office when they have bad grades/are vulgarTeachers: Any teachers b...
2.0 other
10/20/2017
Some constructive cristicim is its politicized and the entire administrative staff is complied of coaches of our high school football team therefore the majority of recognition and opportunity is for them.
3.0 other
6/12/2014
I went to Dickson County HS 30 years ago. I'm still a Cougar at heart. When I went there, academic activities including the Math Contest, the Science Fair, and other competitions were considered very important. We had several students place well in both statewide and national competitions. Sports ha...
1.0 student
12/19/2012
It's really hard to say anything good about this school some of the teachers are ok but mostly they are incompetent sports are up on a pedestal if you play football you can get away with murder I would say I am not prepared for college at all they feel if you don't take honors classes then it doesn'...

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Dickson County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Dickson, TN, in the Dickson neighborhood, and is served by the Dickson County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,337 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Dickson County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $389,509. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bilandy Academy, United Christian Academy, Three Springs Junior/Senior High School, and more. Learn more about what Dickson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dickson County High School.

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