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William L Dickinson High School

2 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, United States
+1 (201) 714-4400
http://wdhs.jcboe.org
1.4
Overall Rating

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William L Dickinson High School Overview

About This School

William L Dickinson High School is a public high in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving 1,786 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 23% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 130 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $93,755. Guidance services are provided at a ratio of 297 students per counselor. The student body is 56% male and 44% female. The demographic breakdown includes 49% Hispanic, 17% Black, 16% White, 15% Asian, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

1,786
Total Students
Grade 9-12
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
130 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts23%
Mathematics5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Hudson County
Students per Counselor
297:1

William L Dickinson High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

23%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 46%State Avg: 50%
5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.9:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
297
Students per Counselor

William L Dickinson High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
130

Average Teacher Salary

$93,755
City Avg: $87,835
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor297:1

William L Dickinson High School Student Demographics

Student Body

55.88%
Male
44.12%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,786 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White15.9%
Hispanic49.27%
Asian15.06%
Black16.57%
Two or More Races1.01%
Native American1.62%

William L Dickinson High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About William L Dickinson High School

Q: What is William L Dickinson High School?

A: William L Dickinson High School is a high public located in Jersey City.

Q: How many students attend William L Dickinson High School?

A: William L Dickinson High School has approximately 1,786 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at William L Dickinson High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at William L Dickinson High School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about William L Dickinson High School

William L Dickinson High School is a public high in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving 1,786 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 23% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 with 130 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $93,755. Guidance services are provided at a ratio of 297 students per counselor. The student body is 56% male and 44% female. The demographic breakdown includes 49% Hispanic, 17% Black, 16% White, 15% Asian, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About William L Dickinson High School - Jersey City, NJ

Quick Facts about William L Dickinson High School
School NameWilliam L Dickinson High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location2 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306, Jersey City, NJ
CountyHudson County
Phone+1 (201) 714-4400
Total Students1,786
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers130
Rating1.4/10
ELA Proficiency23%
Math Proficiency5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about William L Dickinson High School

What is William L Dickinson High School?

William L Dickinson High School is a high public located in Jersey City.

How many students attend William L Dickinson High School?

William L Dickinson High School has approximately 1,786 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William L Dickinson High School?

The student-teacher ratio at William L Dickinson High School is 13:1.

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