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#842 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 47% in state
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School
Elementary School · Hamilton County
7126 Tyner RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#842 of 1,786
In Chattanooga
#21 of 47
public schools
In district
#48 of 80
Hamilton County
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Bess T Shepherd Elementary School
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About Bess T Shepherd Elementary School
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Bess T Shepherd Elementary School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bess T Shepherd Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Bess T Shepherd Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bess T Shepherd Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Bess T Shepherd Elementary School — Students at Bess T Shepherd Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Compares
See how Bess T Shepherd Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7126 Tyner RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bess T Shepherd Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westview Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HICKORY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tyner Academy Chattanooga | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Tyner Middle Academy Chattanooga | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA Chattanooga | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Hamilton County Virtual School Chattanooga | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| HICKORY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| East Brainerd Elementary School Chattanooga | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts Chattanooga | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Harrison Elementary School Chattanooga | 3.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Brown Middle School Harrison | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Central High School Harrison | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah | 4.1 mi | — |
| BOYD BUCHANAN SCHOOL Chattanooga | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| East Hamilton High School Ooltewah | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Westview Elementary School Chattanooga | 4.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Dalewood Middle School Chattanooga | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Brainerd High School Chattanooga | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,958
Median Home Value
$299,600
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Population
52,516
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benton Elementary Benton, TN | 6.6 |
| Bradford Elementary Bradford, TN | 6.6 |
| Clark Memorial School Winchester, TN | 6.6 |
| East Knox Elementary Mascot, TN | 6.6 |
| East Side Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 6.6 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis, TN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bess T Shepherd Elementary School
What grades does Bess T Shepherd Elementary School serve?
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bess T Shepherd Elementary School?
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bess T Shepherd Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bess T Shepherd Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bess T Shepherd Elementary School rank in TN?
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School ranks #842 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Bess T Shepherd Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Bess T Shepherd Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bess T Shepherd Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bess T Shepherd Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bess T Shepherd Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bess T Shepherd Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bess T Shepherd Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (423) 855-2611
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton County- District Enrollment
- 45,790
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,785
- District Rank
- #48 of 80
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