Serving 440 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dresden Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Dresden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 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 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
89%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Dresden Elementary School's ranking?
Dresden Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 1,728 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 Martin Primary, Gleason School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dresden Elementary School?
440 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 Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dresden Elementary School?
Dresden Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dresden Elementary School offer ?
Dresden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dresden Elementary School part of?
Dresden Elementary School is part of Weakley County School District.
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