Serving 335 students in grades 5-8, Dresden Middle 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 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dresden Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Dresden, TN, covering approximately 581.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dresden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dresden Middle School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dresden Middle 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 Middle School is 0.21, 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
#317 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dresden Middle School's ranking?
Dresden Middle School is ranked #317 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dresden Middle School often compared to?
Dresden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gleason School, Stewart County Middle School, Dresden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dresden Middle School?
335 students attend Dresden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dresden Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dresden Middle School offer ?
Dresden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dresden Middle School part of?
Dresden Middle School is part of Weakley County School District.
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