For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,814 students in Dickson, TN.
The top ranked public preschools in Dickson, TN are Centennial Elementary School, Dickson Elementary School and Oakmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dickson, TN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Tennessee public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Dickson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschool average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Dickson, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 Upper Lake Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Grades: PK-5
| 705 students
Rank: #22.
Dickson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
120 W Broad St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5837
Grades: PK-5
| 225 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Oakmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
630 Hwy 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sullivan Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-7571
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Rank: n/an/a
115 Academy St
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Grades: PK-11
| 101 students
Dickson, Tennessee 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
220 Mc Lemore St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Grades: 6
| 437 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Dickson, TN?
The top ranked public preschools in Dickson, TN include Centennial Elementary School, Dickson Elementary School and Oakmont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dickson?
5 public preschools are located in Dickson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dickson?
Dickson public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public preschools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Dickson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Dickson include: Oakmont Elementary School vs. Dickson Elementary School, Dickson Elementary School vs. Oakmont Elementary School
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