Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Stem School Chattanooga ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: STEM School Chattanooga's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 575.9 square miles in Chattanooga, TN. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 25.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem School Chattanooga ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stem School Chattanooga's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stem School Chattanooga ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem School Chattanooga is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
18%
20%
White
57%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pythons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem School Chattanooga's ranking?
Stem School Chattanooga is ranked #206 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Stem School Chattanooga often compared to?
Stem School Chattanoogais often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton County Collegiate High At Chattanooga State by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stem School Chattanooga?
The graduation rate of Stem School Chattanooga is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stem School Chattanooga?
296 students attend Stem School Chattanooga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Stem School Chattanooga students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Stem School Chattanooga offer ?
Stem School Chattanooga offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stem School Chattanooga part of?
Stem School Chattanooga is part of Hamilton County School District.
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