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Very Good

#645 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

Dupont Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

4134 Hixson PIKE, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#645 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#17 of 47

public schools

In district

#39 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Dupont Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Chattanooga · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dupont Elementary School

Dupont Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Dupont Elementary School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dupont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Dupont Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% 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

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Dupont 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Dupont Elementary School — Students at Dupont Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 25.7% (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
27%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
34.9%
ELA
34.7%
2025
Math
24%
ELA
21.6%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Dupont Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

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

4134 Hixson PIKE, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dupont Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Normal Park Museum Magnet School (rated 8.5/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rivermont Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JUDE SCHOOL Chattanooga 0.7 mi 6.9
STEM School Chattanooga Chattanooga 1.1 mi 9.7
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.0 mi 7.8
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State Chattanooga 1.4 mi 8.2
Alpine Crest Elementary School Chattanooga 1.5 mi 7.1
Rivermont Elementary School Chattanooga 1.5 mi 7.8
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 2.1 mi 5.1
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 2.4 mi 7.6
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 2.5 mi
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 2.7 mi 7.2
THE BRIGHT SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.8 mi 6.9
Hixson Middle School Hixson 3.2 mi 7.5
Hixson High School Hixson 3.3 mi 5.7
Hardy Elementary School Chattanooga 3.6 mi 3.9
Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga 3.0 mi 4.9
Red Bank High School Chattanooga 3.0 mi 4.4
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts Chattanooga 3.7 mi 8.5
Normal Park Museum Magnet School Chattanooga 3.8 mi 8.5
AVONDALE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.4 mi 6.6
Red Bank Elementary School Chattanooga 3.9 mi 4.9

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
Alpine Crest Elementary School Chattanooga, TN 7.1
BRAINERD BAPTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN 7.1
Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville, TN 7.1
New Union Elementary Manchester, TN 7.1
Pelham Elementary Pelham, TN 7.1
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis, TN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dupont Elementary School

What grades does Dupont Elementary School serve?

Dupont Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Dupont Elementary School?

Dupont Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dupont Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dupont Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dupont Elementary School rank in TN?

Dupont Elementary School ranks #645 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Dupont Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dupont 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 Dupont Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dupont Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dupont Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Dupont Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

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

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