Serving 296 students in grades 6-12, Chattanooga Preparatory School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chattanooga Preparatory School's student population of 296 students has grown by 348% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chattanooga Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chattanooga Preparatory School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1336 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
34%
13%
Black
61%
21%
White
4%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chattanooga Preparatory School's ranking?
Chattanooga Preparatory School is ranked #1336 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Chattanooga Preparatory School?
296 students attend Chattanooga Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chattanooga Preparatory School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Chattanooga Preparatory School offer ?
Chattanooga Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Chattanooga Preparatory School part of?
Chattanooga Preparatory School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Chattanooga Preparatory School located?
Chattanooga Preparatory School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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