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About Weakley County Schools

Nestled in the heart of rural West Tennessee, Weakley County Schools is home to 10 community-driven schools serving nearly 4,000 students across Dresden, Gleason, Greenfield, Martin, and Sharon. As the largest school system in northwest Tennessee and the second-largest employer in the county, we take pride in creating a supportive, innovative, and student-focused learning environment.

We believe that education is more than just academics, and we seek to honor our core values of purpose, connection, and growth in every facet of our decision making. Our nearly 600 dedicated faculty and staff work tirelessly to engage, support, and challenge students, giving them the skills they need for lifelong success. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 19:1, we ensure that every child receives the attention and support they deserve.

Driven by Innovation, Grounded in Care.

You’ve got choices—and we’d love to show you why so many families choose Weakley County Schools. From your very first visit, you’ll feel it: the warmth, the support, the sense of belonging. Our teachers go above and beyond, blending creativity, high standards, and genuine care to help students learn, grow, and thrive—together.

What sets us apart isn’t just our programs—it’s our people and our passion for learning that lasts a lifetime. We meet students where they are, helping them grow through hands-on learning, personalized instruction, and technology that opens new doors. Every day, we’re building more than academic success—we’re building purpose, connection, and growth for every student who walks through our doors.

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Rooted in Community. Focused on the Future.

Our schools are the heart of every community in Weakley County. Unlike districts with separate charter or magnet schools, every Weakley County school is proudly public and supported by our local taxpayers. That means our classrooms reflect the people who make this place so special—our caring families, dedicated educators, and hardworking students. Together, we’re building a future grounded in connection, innovation, and opportunity for every child.

Our Schools Include

Dresden Elementary School (PreK - 4th)
Dresden Middle School (5th - 8th)
Dresden High School (9th - 12th)
Gleason School (PreK - 12th)
Greenfield School (PreK - 12th)
Martin Primary School (PreK - 2nd)
Martin Elementary School (3rd - 5th)
Martin Middle School (6th - 8th)
Westview High School (9th - 12th)
Sharon School (PreK - 8th)

Our Mission

The Mission of Weakley County Schools is to grow the whole child through quality instruction in a safe environment that encourages student ownership of learning and the pursuit of purpose.

Our Vision

Weakley County Schools will be a regional model of traditional public schools where students find their purpose, build connections, and grow into graduates who take ownership, communicate effectively, show respect, think critically, and are resilient.

We Believe That

  • ... all children can learn, should begin school ready to learn, and continue to learn throughout their lives.

  • ... all children benefit when the focusof the learning process is on student achievement with high expectations and parents, educators, and members of the community collaborate in the learning process.

  • ... all children deserve highly qualified administrators, teachers, and support staff that use research-based practices and strategies that provide clear direction; and all children benefit when curriculum and instruction are properly aligned, research-based, and data-driven and technology is used to enhance the learning process.

  • ... all children deserve a safe, positive, and physically comfortable school environment to promote learning and all children gain when mutual respect and integrity are displayed among students and members of the educational community as they engage in adequate and appropriate internal and external communication.

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Boosted by Community Support

Our PTOs and booster clubs are the heart of community support in Weakley County Schools. Through their time, talent, and generosity, they help us create opportunities that enrich learning and strengthen school pride.

  • Dresden Elementary PTO

  • Dresden Cross Country

  • Dresden Middle PRIDE (PTO)

  • Dresden Quarterback Club

  • Dresden FFA Alumni

  • Gleason Alumni Association

  • Gleason School Association (GSA)

  • Greenfield High Booster Club

  • Martin Primary & Elementary PTO

  • Charger Foundation

  • Martin Middle Booster Club

  • Westview Booster Club

  • Westview Band Booster Club