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#716 of 1,786 schools in TN

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East Brainerd Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

7660 Goodwin RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421

Enrollment

1,172

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#716 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#18 of 47

public schools

In district

#43 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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East Brainerd Elementary School

6.9/10

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

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About East Brainerd Elementary School

East Brainerd Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. East Brainerd Elementary School serves approximately 1,172 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Brainerd Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Brainerd Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

East Brainerd Elementary School — Students at East Brainerd Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (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
45%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
35.5%
ELA
38.6%
2025
Math
34.7%
ELA
37.7%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How East Brainerd Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in TN
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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

7660 Goodwin RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Brainerd Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westview Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Graysville Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Graysville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 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
ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA Chattanooga 1.6 mi 7.4
PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga 1.4 mi 6.3
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Chattanooga 2.3 mi 6.6
HICKORY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.1 mi 6.9
Tyner Academy Chattanooga 2.5 mi 5.0
SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga 2.5 mi 5.9
Tyner Middle Academy Chattanooga 2.6 mi 5.5
STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.3 mi 6.0
Hamilton County Virtual School Chattanooga 3.3 mi 3.6
East Hamilton High School Ooltewah 3.1 mi 7.0
Westview Elementary School Chattanooga 3.2 mi 9.0
Graysville Elementary School Graysville 4.0 mi 7.9
BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah 3.6 mi 7.2
BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah 3.6 mi
BOYD BUCHANAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.0 mi 5.1
SKYUKA HALL Chattanooga 4.1 mi 6.6
Brainerd High School Chattanooga 4.0 mi 5.5
Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts Chattanooga 4.9 mi 6.8
Dalewood Middle School Chattanooga 4.4 mi 5.6
Spring Creek Elementary School Chattanooga 4.5 mi 6.5

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

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Carroll Oakland Elementary Lebanon, TN 6.9
Northeast Elementary Clarksville, TN 6.9
Glenn Martin Elementary Crossville, TN 7.0
Kingston Elementary Kingston, TN 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Brainerd Elementary School

What grades does East Brainerd Elementary School serve?

East Brainerd Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend East Brainerd Elementary School?

East Brainerd Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,172 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Brainerd Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Brainerd Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Brainerd Elementary School rank in TN?

East Brainerd Elementary School ranks #716 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Brainerd Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Brainerd Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 East Brainerd Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Brainerd Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Brainerd Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Brainerd Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,172
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

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

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