For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,025 students in Dickson, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 151 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Dickson, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Dickson, TN are The Discovery School, Centennial Elementary School and Dickson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dickson, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Dickson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dickson, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Discovery School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 441-4163
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 441-4163
Grades: K-5
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 Upper Lake Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Grades: PK-5
| 705 students
Rank: #33.
Dickson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 W Broad St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Grades: PK-5
| 225 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Oakmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
630 Hwy 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Sullivan Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: #66.
Dickson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 E College St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2273
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2273
Grades: 6-8
| 563 students
Rank: #77.
Dickson County High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
509 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-9003
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-9003
Grades: 9-12
| 1,423 students
Rank: n/an/a
115 Academy St
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Grades: PK-11
| 101 students
Dickson, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
220 Mc Lemore St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Grades: 6
| 437 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dickson, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Dickson, TN include The Discovery School, Centennial Elementary School and Dickson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dickson?
8 public schools are located in Dickson.
What percentage of students in Dickson go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Dickson are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dickson?
Dickson public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Dickson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dickson include: The Discovery School vs. Centennial Elementary School, Oakmont Elementary School vs. The Discovery School, Oakmont Elementary School vs. Dickson Elementary School
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