Dyersburg Primary serves 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dyersburg Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dyersburg Primary's student population of 744 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
60 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Where the Trojan Journey Begins!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dyersburg Primary is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
45%
20%
White
39%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dyersburg Primary often compared to?
Dyersburg Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Fifth Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dyersburg Primary?
744 students attend Dyersburg Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Dyersburg Primary students are Black, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dyersburg Primary offer ?
Dyersburg Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dyersburg Primary part of?
Dyersburg Primary is part of Dyersburg School District.
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