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East Lake Academy of Fine Arts

Middle School · Hamilton County

2700 East 34th ST, Chattanooga, TN 37407

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,213 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#28 of 47

public schools

In district

#59 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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East Lake Academy of Fine Arts

5.6/10

Middle School in Chattanooga · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Lake Elementary School

7.5/10

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7.5/10

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About East Lake Academy of Fine Arts

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts is a public middle school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. East Lake Academy of Fine Arts serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Lake Academy of Fine Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Lake Academy of Fine Arts show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at East Lake Academy of Fine Arts 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 Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.7 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-31.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts — Students at East Lake Academy of Fine Arts score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 14.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 13.4% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2010
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
20%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
18%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
8%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
8%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
8%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2022
Math
7.1%
ELA
7.5%
2025
Math
11.9%
ELA
7.1%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How East Lake Academy of Fine Arts Compares

See how East Lake Academy of Fine Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in TN
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

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

2700 East 34th ST, Chattanooga, TN 37407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Lake Academy of Fine Arts may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Howard Connect Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lakeview Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Rossville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, East Ridge Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
East Lake Elementary School Chattanooga 0.2 mi 7.5
Clifton Hills Elementary School Chattanooga 0.7 mi 7.5
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga 1.2 mi 3.6
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga 1.3 mi 3.0
East Side Elementary School Chattanooga 1.5 mi 7.4
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High Chattanooga 1.4 mi
Montessori Elementary at Highland Park Chattanooga 2.2 mi 4.6
Chattanooga Preparatory School Chattanooga 2.2 mi 3.6
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Chattanooga 2.2 mi 8.2
East Ridge Elementary School Chattanooga 1.9 mi 6.4
Howard Connect Academy Chattanooga 2.3 mi 6.5
Rossville Elementary School Rossville 2.3 mi 4.3
Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy Chattanooga 2.2 mi 3.7
BELVOIR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 2.1 mi 6.4
The Howard School Chattanooga 2.4 mi 3.6
Lakeview Middle School Rossville 2.4 mi 5.9
East Ridge High School Chattanooga 2.2 mi 4.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.7 mi 6.9
Orchard Knob Elementary School Chattanooga 2.7 mi 6.3
East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga 2.3 mi 4.6

Neighborhood 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

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LEAD Cameron Nashville, TN 5.5
Spring Hill Middle School Spring Hill, TN 5.5
Trenton Middle School Trenton, TN 5.5
Tyner Middle Academy Chattanooga, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Lake Academy of Fine Arts

What grades does East Lake Academy of Fine Arts serve?

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend East Lake Academy of Fine Arts?

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Lake Academy of Fine Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at East Lake Academy of Fine Arts is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Lake Academy of Fine Arts rank in TN?

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts ranks #1,213 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Lake Academy of Fine Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 East Lake Academy of Fine Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Lake Academy of Fine Arts has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Lake Academy of Fine Arts a charter school?

No, East Lake Academy of Fine Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Lake Academy of Fine Arts a Title I school?

No, East Lake Academy of Fine Arts is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

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

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