Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-12, North Dickinson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dickinson School's student population of 264 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
North Dickinson School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Dickinson School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1216 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dickinson School's ranking?
North Dickinson School is ranked #1216 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Dickinson School?
The graduation rate of North Dickinson School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Dickinson School?
264 students attend North Dickinson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Dickinson School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Dickinson School?
North Dickinson School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Dickinson School offer ?
North Dickinson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Dickinson School part of?
North Dickinson School is part of North Dickinson County Schools School District.
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