Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dickinson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dickinson Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dickinson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinson Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson Elementary School's ranking?
Dickinson Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Dickinson Elementary School often compared to?
Dickinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susie C Altmayer Elementary School, Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Dickinson Elementary School?
523 students attend Dickinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dickinson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dickinson Elementary School?
Dickinson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dickinson Elementary School offer ?
Dickinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dickinson Elementary School part of?
Dickinson Elementary School is part of De Pere School District.
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