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#245 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 14% in state

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy

High School · Hamilton County

1802 Bailey AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Charter

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#245 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#8 of 47

public schools

In district

#19 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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8.2/10

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About Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is a public high school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #245 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation25.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy — Students at Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 25.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
2.5%
ELA
5%
2010
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22.3%
2025
Math
41.9%
ELA
25.8%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Compares

See how Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in TN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
25.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

1802 Bailey AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Chattanooga Preparatory School (rated 3.6/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Chattanooga Preparatory School Chattanooga 0.0 mi 3.6
Montessori Elementary at Highland Park Chattanooga 0.1 mi 4.6
Orchard Knob Elementary School Chattanooga 0.5 mi 6.3
East Side Elementary School Chattanooga 0.7 mi 7.4
Orchard Knob Middle School Chattanooga 0.7 mi 4.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chattanooga 0.7 mi 6.9
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga 0.9 mi 3.0
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga 1.0 mi 3.6
ORANGE GROVE CENTER Chattanooga 1.0 mi 6.8
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.1 mi 6.8
AVONDALE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.4 mi 6.6
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper Chattanooga 1.5 mi 8.2
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Lower Chattanooga 1.5 mi 8.6
Tommie F. Brown Academy Chattanooga 1.5 mi 5.1
Clifton Hills Elementary School Chattanooga 1.9 mi 7.5
Battle Academy for Teaching and Learning Chattanooga 1.8 mi 7.9
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts Chattanooga 2.2 mi 5.6
Howard Connect Academy Chattanooga 1.9 mi 6.5
The Howard School Chattanooga 1.9 mi 3.6
Hardy Elementary School Chattanooga 2.3 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,585

Median Home Value

$235,300

Median Rent

$999/mo

Population

13,883

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

53.6%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy

What grades does Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy serve?

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy?

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy rank in TN?

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy ranks #245 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy a charter school?

Yes, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

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

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