Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dresden Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dresden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dresden Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dresden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dresden Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dresden Elementary School's ranking?
Dresden Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dresden Elementary School often compared to?
Dresden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gleason School, Martin Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Dresden Elementary School?
457 students attend Dresden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dresden Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dresden Elementary School?
Dresden Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dresden Elementary School offer ?
Dresden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Dresden Elementary School part of?
Dresden Elementary School is part of Weakley County School District.
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