Serving 1,177 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Brainerd Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,177 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Brainerd Elementary serves the southern part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Brainerd Elementary School's student population of 1,177 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,177 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
79 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
East Brainerd Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Brainerd Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#602 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
33%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
26%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Brainerd Elementary School's ranking?
East Brainerd Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Brainerd Elementary School often compared to?
East Brainerd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apison Elementary School, Westview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Brainerd Elementary School?
1,177 students attend East Brainerd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of East Brainerd Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Brainerd Elementary School offer ?
East Brainerd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Brainerd Elementary School part of?
East Brainerd Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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