For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 839 students in Dyer, TN.
The top ranked public schools in Dyer, TN are Dyer Elementary School and Gibson County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dyer, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Dyer have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dyer, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dyer Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
322 East College St
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-2444
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-2444
Grades: PK-8
| 410 students
Rank: #22.
Gibson County High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
130 Trenton Hwy
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-3616
Dyer, TN 38330
(731) 692-3616
Grades: 9-12
| 429 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dyer, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Dyer, TN include Dyer Elementary School and Gibson County High School.
How many public schools are located in Dyer?
2 public schools are located in Dyer.
What is the racial composition of students in Dyer?
Dyer public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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