Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fifth Consolidated 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 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fifth Consolidated School serves the northern part of Dyersburg, TN, covering an area of approximately 96.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending out to a maximum of 10.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fifth Consolidated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fifth Consolidated School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fifth Consolidated 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 Fifth Consolidated School is 0.17, 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
#203 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fifth Consolidated School's ranking?
Fifth Consolidated School is ranked #203 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Fifth Consolidated School often compared to?
Fifth Consolidated Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dyersburg Primary, Finley Elementary School, Holice Powell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Fifth Consolidated School?
537 students attend Fifth Consolidated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Fifth Consolidated School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Fifth Consolidated School offer ?
Fifth Consolidated School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fifth Consolidated School part of?
Fifth Consolidated School is part of Dyer County School District.
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