Dyersburg Primary serves 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyersburg Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dyersburg Primary's student population of 780 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Where the Trojan Journey Begins!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dyersburg Primary is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
41%
21%
White
40%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 schools are Dyersburg Primary often compared to?
Dyersburg Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Fifth Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dyersburg Primary?
780 students attend Dyersburg Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dyersburg Primary students are Black, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dyersburg Primary?
Dyersburg Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dyersburg Primary offer ?
Dyersburg Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dyersburg Primary part of?
Dyersburg Primary is part of Dyersburg School District.
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