Very Good
#484 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 27% in state
Clifton Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · Hamilton County
1815 East 32nd ST, Chattanooga, TN 37407
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#484 of 1,786
In Chattanooga
#12 of 47
public schools
In district
#30 of 80
Hamilton County
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Clifton Hills Elementary School
Clifton Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Clifton Hills Elementary School serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Clifton Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #484 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Clifton Hills Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Clifton Hills 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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Clifton Hills Elementary School — Students at Clifton Hills Elementary School score 23% 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: 9.0/10.
How Clifton Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Clifton Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1815 East 32nd ST, Chattanooga, TN 37407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clifton Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Battle Academy for Teaching and Learning (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East Lake Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, East Side Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,785
Median Home Value
$84,600
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
10,164
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
40.2%
Poverty Rate
42.6%
Median Age
26.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, TN | 7.5 |
| Doak Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.5 |
| Dover Elementary Dover, TN | 7.5 |
| East Lake Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 7.5 |
| East Side Elementary Elizabethton, TN | 7.5 |
| Explore Community School Nashville, TN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clifton Hills Elementary School
What grades does Clifton Hills Elementary School serve?
Clifton Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Clifton Hills Elementary School?
Clifton Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clifton Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clifton Hills Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clifton Hills Elementary School rank in TN?
Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks #484 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Clifton Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clifton Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Clifton Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clifton Hills Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Clifton Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Clifton Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clifton Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Clifton Hills 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
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (423) 493-0357
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton County- District Enrollment
- 45,790
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,785
- District Rank
- #30 of 80
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