For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 323 students in Dresden, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Dresden, TN is Dresden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dresden, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Dresden have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public high schools.
Dresden, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dresden High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Dresden, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 high schools in Dresden, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Dresden, TN include Dresden High School.
How many public high schools are located in Dresden?
2 public high schools are located in Dresden.
What is the racial composition of students in Dresden?
Dresden public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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