Elementary Schools in Dickson

The Dickson area in Oklahoma is home to two elementary schools: Dickson Elementary School and Dickson Upper Elementary School. These schools serve students from kindergarten through 4th grade and are part of the Dickson school district.

Dickson Upper Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, with students outperforming the state average in both English Language Arts and Mathematics for 3rd and 4th grade. The school has also seen a significant improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 305 out of 646 schools in 2020-2021 to 143 out of 276 schools in 2022-2023. In contrast, Dickson Elementary School has a higher percentage of Native American students (15.21%) compared to Dickson Upper Elementary (14.05%), reflecting the diverse student population in the area.

While both schools have relatively high free and reduced lunch rates, there is a notable difference in per-student spending, with Dickson Elementary School spending $8,236 per student and Dickson Upper Elementary School spending $5,901 per student. This disparity in funding may have implications for the schools' ability to provide resources, programs, and support for their students.