John Dickinson High School is located on 67 acres in scenic Pike Creek Valley, near Wilmington, Delaware. The school takes its name from one of early America's patriots and the "Penman of the American Revolution." Erected in 1959, the building provides an attractive setting for our comprehensive high school within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. With an enrollment of 1000 students and a staff of 75, JDHS is a closely-knit learning community.

John Dickinson High School Philosophy:  “We believe that all students have the right and privilege, under our democratic way of life, to be exposed to learning situations that will help them grow intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally to the fullest extent of their individual ability.  Our staff encourages initiative, curiosity, creativity, and the development of skills in communicating, understanding abstractions, and solving practical problems.  A high Degree of discipline and safety is maintained at all times.  We believe that all students have obligations to themselves, their families, their community, and their nation to attain high standards of values, responsibility and achievement.

Mission Statement: “Our mission is to deliver a quality education in a safe and secure learning environment where instructional services and programs meet the needs of our diverse student population.”

The Red Clay Consolidated School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies

(Title IX and Section 504):