Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts 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 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts serves the southwest area of Chattanooga, TN, covering approximately 5.2 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts's student population of 549 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts 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 East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is 0.43, 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
#1600 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Hispanic
73%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts's ranking?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is ranked #1600 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts often compared to?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Artsis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge Middle School, Chattanooga School For The Arts And Sciences Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts?
549 students attend East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts offer ?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts part of?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts located?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in East Lake.
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