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#486 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 27% in state

East Lake Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

3600 13th AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37407

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#486 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#13 of 47

public schools

In district

#32 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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East Lake Elementary School

7.5/10

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

East Lake Academy of Fine Arts

5.6/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Clifton Hills Elementary School

7.5/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About East Lake Elementary School

East Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. East Lake Elementary School serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Lake Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

East Lake Elementary School — Students at East Lake Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 13.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 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
17%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
17%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
20%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
21%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
9%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
6%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
6%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
10.5%
2025
Math
44.1%
ELA
16.7%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How East Lake Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in TN
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Location

3600 13th AVE, Chattanooga, TN 37407

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifton Hills Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Side Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts Chattanooga 0.2 mi 5.6
Clifton Hills Elementary School Chattanooga 0.9 mi 7.5
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga 1.4 mi 3.6
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga 1.5 mi 3.0
East Side Elementary School Chattanooga 1.7 mi 7.4
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High Chattanooga 1.6 mi
East Ridge Elementary School Chattanooga 1.7 mi 6.4
Montessori Elementary at Highland Park Chattanooga 2.3 mi 4.6
Chattanooga Preparatory School Chattanooga 2.4 mi 3.6
Lakeview Middle School Rossville 2.2 mi 5.9
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Chattanooga 2.4 mi 8.2
East Ridge High School Chattanooga 2.0 mi 4.5
BELVOIR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 2.0 mi 6.4
East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga 2.1 mi 4.6
Rossville Elementary School Rossville 2.3 mi 4.3
Howard Connect Academy Chattanooga 2.5 mi 6.5
Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy Chattanooga 2.3 mi 3.7
Orchard Knob Elementary School Chattanooga 2.8 mi 6.3
The Howard School Chattanooga 2.6 mi 3.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.9 mi 6.9

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Clifton Hills Elementary School Chattanooga, TN 7.5
Clinton Elementary Clinton, TN 7.5
Doak Elementary Greeneville, TN 7.5
Dover Elementary Dover, TN 7.5
East Side Elementary Elizabethton, TN 7.5
Explore Community School Nashville, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Lake Elementary School

What grades does East Lake Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend East Lake Elementary School?

East Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East Lake Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Lake Elementary School rank in TN?

East Lake Elementary School ranks #486 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Lake 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 East Lake Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Lake Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Lake Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Lake Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Lake 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
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

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

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