Dekalb County School District
School District · Smithville, Tennessee
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,613
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,613
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
How this district compares
Tennessee rank
#103 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Tennessee avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,613
$798 vs Tennessee median
District size
2,933 students
Typical than Tennessee median
About Dekalb County
Dekalb County is a Smithville, Tennessee school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,933 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. The district invests $10,613 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.8/10, Dekalb County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Northside Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Dekalb County students show an average math proficiency of 27.3% and ELA proficiency of 32.0%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Dekalb County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Dekalb County with test data.
Schools in Dekalb County
6 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Tennessee
- City
- Smithville
- Total Enrollment
- 2,933
- Teachers (FTE)
- 212
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Dekalb County?
Dekalb County has 6 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Dekalb County?
The average composite rating for Dekalb County is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Dekalb County?
Dekalb County spends $10,613 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dekalb County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Dekalb County is 13.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Dekalb County?
Northside Elementary is the highest-rated school in Dekalb County with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Dekalb County?
Across schools in Dekalb County with test data, the average math proficiency is 27.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 32.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Dekalb County compare to other districts in Tennessee?
Dekalb County has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Tennessee by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 27.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 32.0%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in TN
Compare Dekalb County with neighboring districts in the state.
- Memphis-shelby County Schools (222)
- Davidson County (162)
- Knox County (94)
- Hamilton County (81)
- Sumner County (52)
- Williamson County (52)
- Rutherford County (51)
- Montgomery County (44)
- Sevier County (33)
- Madison County (26)
- Wilson County (25)
- Maury County (23)
- Robertson County (23)
- Blount County (22)
- Putnam County (22)
- Anderson County (19)
- Hamblen County (18)
- Bradley County (18)
- Greene County (18)
- Hawkins County (18)
- Roane County (18)
- Dickson County (17)
- Sullivan County (17)
- Campbell County (16)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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