William L. Dickinson High School is a four-year comprehensive community public high school located in Jersey City, Hudson County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as part of the Jersey City Public Schools.
Serving 1,856 students in grades 9-12, William L Dickinson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William L Dickinson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William L Dickinson High School's student population of 1,856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
Diversity, Honor, Success
School Rankings
William L Dickinson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William L Dickinson High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2009 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
11%
Hispanic
50%
34%
Black
16%
14%
White
16%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William L Dickinson High School's ranking?
William L Dickinson High School is ranked #2009 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are William L Dickinson High School often compared to?
William L Dickinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James J Ferris High School, Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of William L Dickinson High School?
The graduation rate of William L Dickinson High School is 79%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend William L Dickinson High School?
1,856 students attend William L Dickinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of William L Dickinson High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William L Dickinson High School?
William L Dickinson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William L Dickinson High School offer ?
William L Dickinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William L Dickinson High School part of?
William L Dickinson High School is part of Jersey City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is William L Dickinson High School located?
William L Dickinson High School is located in the Journal Square neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Journal Square.
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