For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,026 students in Newbern, TN.
The top ranked public high school in Newbern, TN is Dyer County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newbern, TN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Newbern have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public high schools.
Newbern, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dyer County High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Newbern, TN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dyer County High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 West Main St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2229
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2229
Grades: 9-12
| 1,026 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Newbern, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in Newbern, TN include Dyer County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newbern?
1 public high schools are located in Newbern.
What is the racial composition of students in Newbern?
Newbern public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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