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#755 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Dyersburg High School

High School · Dyersburg

125 Highway 51 By- Pass West, Dyersburg, TN 38024

Enrollment

703

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#755 of 1,786

In Dyersburg

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Dyersburg

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

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About Dyersburg High School

Dyersburg High School is a public high school in Dyersburg, TN, part of Dyersburg. Dyersburg High School serves approximately 703 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dyersburg High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #755 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Dyersburg High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above TN schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation12.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,650
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Dyersburg High School — Students at Dyersburg High School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
34.8%
ELA
39.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Dyersburg High School Compares

See how Dyersburg High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

125 Highway 51 By- Pass West, Dyersburg, TN 38024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dyersburg High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dyer County High School (rated 5.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Newbern), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Halls High School (rated 5.9/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Halls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dyersburg, see our Dyersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Dyersburg 0.8 mi 7.4
Dyersburg Intermediate School Dyersburg 1.2 mi 8.2
Dyersburg Primary Dyersburg 1.4 mi 7.9
Fifth Consolidated School Dyersburg 2.2 mi 8.8
Dyersburg Middle School Dyersburg 2.3 mi 8.3
Three Oaks Middle School Dyersburg 2.8 mi 7.0
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dyersburg 3.8 mi
Holice Powell Elementary Dyersburg 5.8 mi 8.6
Finley Elementary Finley 5.6 mi 8.5
Dyer County High School Newbern 6.2 mi 5.9
Northview Middle School Newbern 7.0 mi 7.3
Newbern Elementary School Newbern 8.2 mi 7.7
Halls Elementary School Halls 12.0 mi 6.8
Halls Junior High School Halls 12.2 mi 7.2
Halls High School Halls 12.2 mi 5.9
Friendship Elementary Friendship 13.9 mi 6.4
Lara Kendall Elementary Ridgely 15.5 mi 6.5
Trimble Elementary Trimble 15.0 mi 6.8
Yorkville Elementary Yorkville 15.0 mi 7.1
Spring Hill Elementary Trenton 15.4 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,303

Median Home Value

$171,100

Median Rent

$757/mo

Population

25,357

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Alcoa High School Alcoa, TN 6.8
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HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville, TN 6.8
Loudon High School Loudon, TN 6.8
Polk County High School Benton, TN 6.8
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute Jamestown, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dyersburg High School

What grades does Dyersburg High School serve?

Dyersburg High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Dyersburg High School?

Dyersburg High School has an enrollment of approximately 703 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dyersburg High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dyersburg High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dyersburg High School rank in TN?

Dyersburg High School ranks #755 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Dyersburg High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dyersburg High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dyersburg High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dyersburg High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dyersburg High School a charter school?

No, Dyersburg High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dyersburg High School a Title I school?

No, Dyersburg High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
703
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Dyer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Dyersburg
District Enrollment
2,593
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,650
District Rank
#4 of 4

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