Public School
John Dickinson High School
- BOverall Grade
- Public
- 6-12
- Wilmington, DE
- 57 reviews
- AcademicsB-
- DiversityA
- TeachersB+
- College PrepB-
- Clubs & ActivitiesC
- Health & SafetyC+
- AdministrationB-
- SportsB-
- FoodB-
- Resources & FacilitiesC+
John Dickinson High School Rankings
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Academics
AP Enrollment
13%
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- Cost of LivingB-
- Good for FamiliesA+
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$73,892
National
$62,843Median Rent
$1,163
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$260,800
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
C+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 80%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.10 responses
Poll
- 90%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.10 responses
Students
Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
827
Free or Reduced Lunch
34%
- 80%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses
Teachers
- 50%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.10 responses
- 90%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.10 responses
- 70%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.10 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$19,616/ year
National
$12,239- 75%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.12 responses
- 42%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.12 responses
- 58%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.12 responses
John Dickinson High School Reviews
57 reviews
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JDHS has a lot of diversity and students in college preparatory, honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) classes. These courses vary in rigor but the teachers remain phenomenal in every class. Recently they added a middle school opened which is a great opportunity to experience the IB curriculum prior to high school. Even if JDHS isn’t the high school for you, the middle school is one of the best schools around. Without having to chose a major- students experience a design class with hands on building and creativity (also available in high school), a performing arts class where students deliver monologues and develop confidence, and last but not least an art class where students experiment with different mediums. While there is an excellent curriculum, it encourages students to have freedom in developing passions while engaging the curriculum. As someone who had an chance to attend a highly competitive charter school, I am happy I chose to stay at JDHS.
It is great here, the teachers here are very nice and try to understand the stress of students! Sometimes being here can be a bit hard but the teachers try their best to take away stress, whether it's by giving breaks or fewer assignments. The kids are also very nice and friendly.
There's a strong connection between passionate students and teachers here. There's an overall sense of community, and the teachers genuinely want every student to succeed. Many will go the extra mile if it means helping a student, whether it's in regards to college help or in-school assignments. Not to mention, the Covid response has been thorough, with safety as the number one priority.