Dyersburg School District

509 Lake Rd
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(District boundaries shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%

Top Rankings

Dyersburg School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 20%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Student Attention
Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,613 students in Dyersburg School District. This district's average testing ranking is 7/10, which is in the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
Public Schools in Dyersburg School District have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).

Overview

This School District
This State (TN)
# Schools
4 Schools
1,902 Schools
# Students
2,613 Students
1,006,144 Students
# Teachers
195 Teachers
65,909 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

District Rank

Dyersburg School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 147 school districts in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 95% has decreased from 96% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (TN)
#48 out of 147 school districts
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Dyersburg  School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
37%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Dyersburg  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
36%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Dyersburg  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
36%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Dyersburg  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥95%
90%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Dyersburg  School District and public school graduation rate of Tennessee by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.65
0.60
# American Indian Students
6 Students
1,654 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
29 Students
20,234 Students
% Asian Students
1%
2%
# Hispanic Students
207 Students
139,686 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
14%
# Black Students
990 Students
207,918 Students
% Black Students
38%
21%
# White Students
1,160 Students
590,493 Students
% White Students
44%
59%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
1,084 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
221 Students
45,075 Students
% of Two or more races Students
9%
4%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
163
32,893
# Students in K Grade:
194
74,813
# Students in 1st Grade:
208
77,731
# Students in 2nd Grade:
212
73,674
# Students in 3rd Grade:
184
74,823
# Students in 4th Grade:
203
75,352
# Students in 5th Grade:
183
74,875
# Students in 6th Grade:
193
73,680
# Students in 7th Grade:
167
73,723
# Students in 8th Grade:
199
74,523
# Students in 9th Grade:
198
80,256
# Students in 10th Grade:
176
78,092
# Students in 11th Grade:
178
72,012
# Students in 12th Grade:
155
69,697
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $12,460 is higher than the state median of $12,030. The school district revenue/student has grown by 9% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $11,450 is less than the state median of $11,527. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (TN)
Total Revenue
$33 MM
$12,104 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Dyersburg  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$30 MM
$11,597 MM
This chart displays total spending of Dyersburg  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$12,460
$12,030
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Dyersburg  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$11,450
$11,527
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Dyersburg  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Dyersburg School District Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dyersburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
125 Highway 51 By- Pass West
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3630
Grades: 9-12
| 707 students
Rank: #22.
Dyersburg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
400 Frank Maynard Dr
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3625
Grades: 6-8
| 559 students
Rank: #33.
Dyersburg Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
725 Tibbs St
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3620
Grades: 3-5
| 570 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dyersburg Primary
Magnet School
1425 Frank Maynard Dr
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3615
Grades: PK-2
| 777 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to Dyersburg School District?
Dyersburg School District manages 4 public schools serving 2,613 students.
What is the rank of Dyersburg School District?
Dyersburg School District is ranked #50 out of 147 school districts in Tennessee (top 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Tennessee school districts for: Highest graduation rate (Top 20%), Most diverse schools (Top 1%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Dyersburg School District?
44% of Dyersburg School District students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Dyersburg School District?
Dyersburg School District has a student/teacher ratio of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What is Dyersburg School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $11,450 is less than the state median of $11,527. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.

Recent Articles

How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
Understanding Rubrics
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • District size: 4 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 2,613 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in TN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 37% (Top 30%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Quick Links