William L Dickinson High School

School Overview
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.
2,024
Total Students
124.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William L Dickinson High School
Demographic Student Count
White308
Hispanic1,006
Black329
Asian326
Two or More19
American Indian14
Pacific Islander22
  • Hispanic
    1,006 (49.7 %)
  • Black
    329 (16.3 %)
  • Asian
    326 (16.1 %)
  • White
    308 (15.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    22 (1.1 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    14 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Jersey City Public Schools
Phone: (201)714-4400
Website: http://wdhs.jcboe.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,024
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 124.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,294
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 74
Grades Taught
Grade 9 653
Grade 10 479
Grade 11 359
Grade 12 419
Ungraded 114

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for William L Dickinson High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9653
Grade 10479
Grade 11359
Grade 12419
Ungraded114
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for William L Dickinson High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83841.4%
Male1,18658.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)