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#644 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

Alpine Crest Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

4700 Stagg RD, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#644 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#16 of 47

public schools

In district

#38 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Alpine Crest Elementary School

7.1/10

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About Alpine Crest Elementary School

Alpine Crest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Alpine Crest Elementary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alpine Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #644 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Alpine Crest Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism22.6%

Alpine Crest Elementary School — Students at Alpine Crest Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
36.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Alpine Crest Elementary School Compares

See how Alpine Crest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4700 Stagg RD, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alpine Crest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thrasher Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Signal Mtn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Normal Park Museum Magnet School (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.0 mi 7.8
ST JUDE SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.1 mi 6.9
DuPont Elementary School Chattanooga 1.5 mi 7.1
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 1.5 mi 5.1
Rivermont Elementary School Chattanooga 1.9 mi 7.8
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 2.0 mi 7.6
Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga 2.0 mi 4.9
Red Bank High School Chattanooga 2.0 mi 4.4
STEM School Chattanooga Chattanooga 2.6 mi 9.7
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State Chattanooga 2.9 mi 8.2
THE BRIGHT SCHOOL Chattanooga 3.2 mi 6.9
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Signal Mountain 3.2 mi 6.0
Hixson Middle School Hixson 3.1 mi 7.5
Red Bank Elementary School Chattanooga 3.1 mi 4.9
Hixson High School Hixson 3.3 mi 5.7
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 3.2 mi
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts Chattanooga 3.9 mi 8.5
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 3.4 mi 7.2
Normal Park Museum Magnet School Chattanooga 4.0 mi 8.5
Thrasher Elementary School Signal Mtn 3.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,027

Median Home Value

$261,900

Median Rent

$1,240/mo

Population

23,132

College Educated

45%

Homeownership

59.7%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BRAINERD BAPTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN 7.1
Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville, TN 7.1
Centerville Elementary Centerville, TN 7.1
DuPont Elementary School Chattanooga, TN 7.1
J. Brown Elementary Columbia, TN 7.1
Maynardville Elementary Maynardville, TN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alpine Crest Elementary School

What grades does Alpine Crest Elementary School serve?

Alpine Crest Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Alpine Crest Elementary School?

Alpine Crest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alpine Crest Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alpine Crest Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alpine Crest Elementary School rank in TN?

Alpine Crest Elementary School ranks #644 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Alpine Crest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alpine Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alpine Crest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alpine Crest Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alpine Crest Elementary School a charter school?

No, Alpine Crest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alpine Crest Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Alpine Crest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.6%

District

Hamilton County
District Enrollment
45,790
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,785
District Rank
#38 of 80

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