For the 2026 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 Sullivan Central 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 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Dickson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 Upper Lake Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-0355
Gr: PK-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Dickson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Oakmont Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
630 Hwy 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2435
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
115 Academy St
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Dickson, TN 37055
(931) 289-4135
Gr: PK-11 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Dickson, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
220 Mc Lemore St
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 446-2114
Gr: 9-12
507 Henslee Dr
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Dickson, TN 37055
(615) 740-5829
Gr: 6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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 Sullivan Central 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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