Gibson Co Sp Dist

District Overview
Located at 130 Highway 45 West in Dyer, Tennessee, the Gibson County Special School District serves as a foundational educational institution for families residing in a rural distant setting within the broader Jackson metropolitan region. Operating as a fully open, traditional non-charter public school system, the district supports a seamless educational trajectory spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Across its nine operational campuses, the district delivers structured academic pathways tailored to early childhood development, foundational primary learning, and college- or career-ready secondary education.

According to the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) dataset, the district accommodates a total enrollment of 3,828 students, including 1,993 male and 1,835 female learners. The student body reflects a diverse rural demographic, with balanced enrollment distribution across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. While formal staffing counts for this reporting period reflect administrative data updates, the district continues to maintain a well-established presence across Gibson County. Prospective families, community members, and educational researchers can explore additional district resources and program offerings directly through their official portal at www.gcssd.org.
9
Total Schools
3,828
Total Students
238.2
Full-Time Teachers
N/A
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gibson Co Sp Dist
Demographic Student Count
White3,198
Hispanic146
Black350
Asian47
Two or More80
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    3,198 (83.5%)
  • Black
    350 (9.1%)
  • Hispanic
    146 (3.8%)
  • Two or More
    80 (2.1%)
  • Asian
    47 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Gibson Co Sp Dist
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle1
High2
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:9
Students:3,828*
Teachers (FTE):238.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:N/A
Schools in Gibson Co Sp Dist
Found 9 Schools