Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dickinson Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickinson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dickinson Academy's student population of 309 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dickinson Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinson Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1737 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
58%
14%
White
6%
62%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.4%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson Academy's ranking?
Dickinson Academy is ranked #1737 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Dickinson Academy often compared to?
Dickinson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School, Lasalle Academy, Jefferson Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Dickinson Academy?
309 students attend Dickinson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dickinson Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dickinson Academy?
Dickinson Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dickinson Academy offer ?
Dickinson Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickinson Academy part of?
Dickinson Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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