Weakley County

The schools in Weakley County, Tennessee, serve a diverse student population across 10 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The district is home to several standout institutions, such as Westview High School and Dresden High School, which consistently rank among the top high schools in the state.

The academic performance of the schools in Weakley County varies, with some institutions, like Dresden Middle School, demonstrating high proficiency rates that exceed the county and state averages in subjects such as Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. However, the elementary and middle schools in the district show more variation in their academic outcomes, with some, like Dresden Elementary and Martin Elementary, performing well, while others, like Sharon School, have lower proficiency rates.

The data also reveals that the relationship between per-student spending and academic performance is not always straightforward, as some of the higher-performing schools, like Westview High School, have relatively lower per-student spending compared to other schools in the district. Additionally, the schools in Weakley County serve student populations with varying racial and ethnic compositions, which may contribute to the differences in academic outcomes observed across the district.