Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alpine Crest Elementary serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alpine Crest Elementary School's student population of 302 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpine Crest Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Hispanic
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpine Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Alpine Crest Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alpine Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Alpine Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barger Academy Of Fine Arts, Dupont Elementary School, Apison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Alpine Crest Elementary School?
302 students attend Alpine Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alpine Crest Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Alpine Crest Elementary School offer ?
Alpine Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alpine Crest Elementary School part of?
Alpine Crest Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Children learn best when learning occurs naturally in their environment and I believe by including parents/families in this process through their many programs these students will benefit, this school sees the bigger picture in this regard.
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