Serving 273 students in grades 9-12, Stem School Chattanooga ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Stem School Chattanooga's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Stem School Chattanooga ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem School Chattanooga is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
19%
21%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem School Chattanooga's ranking?
Stem School Chattanooga is ranked #167 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 31% 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?
273 students attend Stem School Chattanooga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Stem School Chattanooga students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stem School Chattanooga?
Stem School Chattanooga has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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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