For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 810 students in Dyer, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Dyer, TN are Dyer Elementary School and Gibson County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dyer, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Dyer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dyer, TN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dyer Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
322 East College St
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-2444
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-2444
Gr: PK-8 | 381 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Gibson County High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
130 Trenton Hwy
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-3616
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-3616
Gr: 9-12 | 429 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dyer, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Dyer, TN include Dyer Elementary School and Gibson County High School.
How many public schools are located in Dyer?
2 public schools are located in Dyer.
What is the racial composition of students in Dyer?
Dyer public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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