Serving 309 students in grades 6-12, Lookout Valley Middle / High 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lookout Valley Middle / High School serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 30.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lookout Valley Middle / High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lookout Valley Middle / High 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 Lookout Valley Middle / High School is 0.57, 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
#1080 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lookout Valley Middle / High School's ranking?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is ranked #1080 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lookout Valley Middle / High School often compared to?
Lookout Valley Middle / High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah Middle School, Hunter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
The graduation rate of Lookout Valley Middle / High School is 90%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
309 students attend Lookout Valley Middle / High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lookout Valley Middle / High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lookout Valley Middle / High School offer ?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lookout Valley Middle / High School part of?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lookout Valley Middle / High School located?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is located in the Lookout Valley neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Lookout Valley.
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