For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 779 students in Dresden, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dresden, TN are Dresden Elementary School and Dresden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dresden, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dresden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Elementary Schools in Dresden, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dresden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
759 Linden St, Suite B
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-3401
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-3401
Grades: PK-4
| 440 students
Rank: #22.
Dresden Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
759 Linden St, Suite A
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2407
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2407
Grades: 5-8
| 339 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dresden, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dresden, TN include Dresden Elementary School and Dresden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dresden?
2 public elementary schools are located in Dresden.
What is the racial composition of students in Dresden?
Dresden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Dresden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Dresden include: Dresden Middle School vs. Dresden Elementary School
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