Serving 367 students in grades 6-8, Dexter Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dexter Middle School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Dexter Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dexter Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1477 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
69%
21%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter Middle School's ranking?
Dexter Middle School is ranked #1477 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dexter Middle School often compared to?
Dexter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Pisgah Middle/high by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dexter Middle School?
367 students attend Dexter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dexter Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dexter Middle School?
Dexter Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dexter Middle School offer ?
Dexter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter Middle School part of?
Dexter Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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