Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (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%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Clifton Hills Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clifton Hills Elementary 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 Clifton Hills Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1127 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
74%
13%
Black
21%
21%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Clifton Hills Elementary School is ranked #1127 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Clifton Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Clifton Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 Clifton Hills Elementary School?
626 students attend Clifton Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Clifton Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton Hills Elementary School?
Clifton Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clifton Hills Elementary School offer ?
Clifton Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clifton Hills Elementary School part of?
Clifton Hills Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifton Hills Elementary School located?
Clifton Hills Elementary School is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in East Lake.
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