Serving 339 students in grades 5-8, Dresden Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dresden Middle School's student population of 339 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dresden Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dresden Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dresden Middle School's ranking?
Dresden Middle School is ranked #436 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dresden Middle School often compared to?
Dresden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dresden Elementary School, Gleason School, Stewart County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dresden Middle School?
339 students attend Dresden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dresden Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dresden Middle School?
Dresden Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dresden Middle School offer ?
Dresden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dresden Middle School part of?
Dresden Middle School is part of Weakley County School District.
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