Serving 959 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Ridge 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 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 959 students
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Ridge Elementary serves the southern part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Ridge Elementary School's student population of 959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
959 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
64 teachers
School Rankings
East Ridge 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 Ridge Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1289 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
44%
16%
Black
22%
20%
White
22%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
East Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1289 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
East Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Elementary School?
959 students attend East Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Ridge Elementary School offer ?
East Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ridge Elementary School part of?
East Ridge Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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