For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,696 students in Dresden, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in Dresden, OH are Dresden Elementary School, Tri-valley Middle School and Tri-valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dresden, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Dresden have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dresden, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dresden Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1318 Main St
Dresden, OH 43821
(740) 754-4001
Dresden, OH 43821
(740) 754-4001
Gr: K-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Tri-valley Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1360 Main St
Dresden, OH 43821
(740) 754-3531
Dresden, OH 43821
(740) 754-3531
Gr: 5-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Tri-valley High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
46 E Muskingum Ave
Dresden, OH 43821
(740) 754-2921
Dresden, OH 43821
(740) 754-2921
Gr: 8-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dresden, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Dresden, OH include Dresden Elementary School, Tri-valley Middle School and Tri-valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Dresden?
3 public schools are located in Dresden.
What is the racial composition of students in Dresden?
Dresden public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Dresden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dresden include: Tri-valley Middle School vs. Tri-valley High School
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