Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Battle Academy for Teaching Learning serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning's student population of 494 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
Diversity makes us stronger. Uniqueness makes us smarter. Community makes us family. We are Battle.
School Rankings
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning 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 Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning is 0.66, 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
#453 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning's ranking?
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning is ranked #453 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning often compared to?
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learningis often viewed alongside schools like Barger Academy Of Fine Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning?
494 students attend Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning students are Black, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning offer ?
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning part of?
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning located?
Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning is located in the Southside Historic District neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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