Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, Dresden High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dresden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dresden High School's student population of 301 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dresden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dresden High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#518 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dresden High School's ranking?
Dresden High School is ranked #518 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dresden High School often compared to?
Dresden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview High School, Greenfield School, Sharon School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Dresden High School?
The graduation rate of Dresden High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dresden High School?
301 students attend Dresden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dresden High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dresden High School offer ?
Dresden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dresden High School part of?
Dresden High School is part of Weakley County School District.
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