For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,729 students in Dyer County, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Dyer County, TN are Dyer County High School and Dyersburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dyer County, 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 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Dyer County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public high schools.
Dyer County, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, 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 33% 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 Dyer County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,052 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Dyersburg High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Highway 51 By- Pass West
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3630
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3630
Gr: 9-12 | 680 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Dyer County, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Dyer County, TN include Dyer County High School and Dyersburg High School.
How many public high schools are located in Dyer County?
2 public high schools are located in Dyer County.
What is the racial composition of students in Dyer County?
Dyer County public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Dyer County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Dyer County include: Dyer County High School vs. Dyersburg High School
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