WILLIAM L DICKINSON HIGH SCHOOL

William L Dickinson High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Jersey City Public Schools school district, located in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 1,780 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 140 teachers, William L Dickinson High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

William L. Dickinson High School, located at 2 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey, is a historic landmark institution that has served the local community for over a century. Opened in 1906, the school is well-known for its impressive collegiate Gothic architecture and its commanding position overlooking the Jersey City skyline. As part of the Jersey City Public Schools district, it functions as a comprehensive high school that draws a diverse student body from across the city, offering a wide array of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic teams that reflect the vibrant multiculturalism of the area.

Beyond its academic offerings, Dickinson High School is often celebrated for its cultural significance and its role in the city's history. The campus features notable facilities, including an auditorium that has hosted countless community events and a traditional academic setting that aims to prepare students for higher education and career paths. By balancing a rich historical legacy with modern educational initiatives, Dickinson remains a cornerstone of the Jersey City community, committed to providing a broad-based education to a diverse population of students.

For more information, contact William L Dickinson High School at (201) 714-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.