For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,102 students in 38225, TN (there are , serving 24 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38225, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38225, TN are Dresden Elementary School, Dresden Middle School and Dresden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38225 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38225, TN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38225, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dresden Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Gr: PK-4 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Dresden Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
759 Linden St, Suite A
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2407
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2407
Gr: 5-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Dresden High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7150 Highway 22
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2949
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-2949
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
8250 Highway 22
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-5481
Dresden, TN 38225
(731) 364-5481
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38225, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38225, TN include Dresden Elementary School, Dresden Middle School and Dresden High School.
How many public schools are located in 38225?
4 public schools are located in 38225.
What percentage of students in 38225 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38225 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38225?
38225 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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