Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dyer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dyer Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Dyer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dyer Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#537 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
22%
20%
White
70%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyer Elementary School's ranking?
Dyer Elementary School is ranked #537 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dyer Elementary School often compared to?
Dyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dyer Elementary School?
381 students attend Dyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dyer Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Dyer Elementary School offer ?
Dyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dyer Elementary School part of?
Dyer Elementary School is part of Gibson Co Special School District.
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