Serving 703 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clifton Hills Elementary serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clifton Hills Elementary School's student population of 703 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton Hills Elementary School is 0.40, which is less 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
#1329 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
75%
16%
Black
19%
20%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bear Cub
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 #1329 out of 1,728 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Clifton Hills Elementary School?
703 students attend Clifton Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Clifton Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Clifton Hills Elementary School offer ?
Clifton Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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