Dickson High School is located in Dickson, Oklahoma. It houses grades 9–12. It is the home of the Comets. Its colors are blue, black, and white. It was awarded the Blue Ribbon for academic success.
Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, Dickson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dickson High School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Dickson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickson High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)90-94%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comet The Dog.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickson High School's ranking?
Dickson High School is ranked #585 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Dickson High School often compared to?
Dickson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore High School, Plainview High School, Lone Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dickson High School?
The graduation rate of Dickson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Dickson High School?
375 students attend Dickson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dickson High School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dickson High School?
Dickson High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dickson High School offer ?
Dickson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickson High School part of?
Dickson High School is part of Dickson School District.
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