Dresden Middle School vs Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 73 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dresden Middle School
Dresden · Public middle · Grades 5–8
335 students
Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 4–8
336 students
| Measure | Dresden Middle School Dresden, Tennessee | Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 3 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 307 | #284 of 307 |
| National rank | #9358 of 15,369 | #15342 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 335 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 12% |
| city | Dresden | Jackson |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dresden Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 2.9).
- •Dresden Middle School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 12%).
- •Dresden Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 10%).
- •Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary is the larger school with 336 students compared with 335.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dresden Middle School better than Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dresden Middle School ranks higher (42.1 vs 2.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dresden Middle School and Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Dresden and Jackson in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dresden Middle School: 335. Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dresden Middle School and Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Dresden Middle School is 74th of 307 and Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary is 284th of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).