Charles O. Dickerson High School is a public high school in Trumansburg, New York, United States. It is part of the Trumansburg Central School District, and has an enrollment of approximately 485 students. The principal is Fayan Grant-Rhoden.
Serving 271 students in grades 9-12, Charles O Dickerson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles O Dickerson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles O Dickerson High School's student population of 271 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders in Excellence, Equity, Integrity, and Innovation
School Rankings
Charles O Dickerson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles O Dickerson High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#964 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles O Dickerson High School's ranking?
Charles O Dickerson High School is ranked #964 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charles O Dickerson High School often compared to?
Charles O Dickerson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ithaca Senior High School, Lansing High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles O Dickerson High School?
The graduation rate of Charles O Dickerson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Charles O Dickerson High School?
271 students attend Charles O Dickerson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Charles O Dickerson High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles O Dickerson High School?
Charles O Dickerson High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles O Dickerson High School offer ?
Charles O Dickerson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles O Dickerson High School part of?
Charles O Dickerson High School is part of Trumansburg Central School District.
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