For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 323 students in Dresden, TN.
The top ranked public high school in Dresden, TN is Dresden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dresden, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Dresden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public high schools.
Dresden, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dresden High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Dresden, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dresden High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7150 Highway 22
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2949
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2949
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
8250 Highway 22
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-5481
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-5481
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Dresden, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in Dresden, TN include Dresden High School.
How many public high schools are located in Dresden?
2 public high schools are located in Dresden.
What is the racial composition of students in Dresden?
Dresden public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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