Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Lake Elementary serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Lake Elementary School's student population of 626 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
52 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
East Lake 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 East Lake Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1224 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
80%
16%
Black
14%
20%
White
4%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lake Elementary School's ranking?
East Lake Elementary School is ranked #1224 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Lake Elementary School often compared to?
East Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifton Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Lake Elementary School?
626 students attend East Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of East Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does East Lake Elementary School offer ?
East Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lake Elementary School part of?
East Lake Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is East Lake Elementary School located?
East Lake 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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