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East Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Hamilton County

1014 John Ross RD, Chattanooga, TN 37412

Enrollment

917

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#918 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#24 of 47

public schools

In district

#51 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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East Ridge Elementary School

6.4/10

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

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About East Ridge Elementary School

East Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. East Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #918 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for East Ridge Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at East Ridge 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 Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

East Ridge Elementary School — Students at East Ridge 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 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 23.4% (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
32%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
26%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
27.7%
ELA
17.4%
2025
Math
26.6%
ELA
18.5%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How East Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in TN
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

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

1014 John Ross RD, Chattanooga, TN 37412

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barger Academy of Fine Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Lake Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
East Ridge High School Chattanooga 0.6 mi 4.5
BELVOIR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 0.6 mi 6.4
East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga 0.6 mi 4.6
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.1 mi 8.0
BRAINERD BAPTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.3 mi 7.1
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.2 mi 7.4
Lakeview Middle School Rossville 1.7 mi 5.9
MARTY'S CENTER Chattanooga 1.7 mi
Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga 1.6 mi 7.8
HAMILTON HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chattanooga 1.7 mi
East Lake Elementary School Chattanooga 1.7 mi 7.5
Cloud Springs Elementary School Rossville 2.2 mi 7.3
Spring Creek Elementary School Chattanooga 1.8 mi 6.5
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts Chattanooga 1.9 mi 5.6
SKYUKA HALL Chattanooga 2.1 mi 6.6
East Side Elementary School Chattanooga 2.4 mi 7.4
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga 2.4 mi 3.0
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga 2.4 mi 3.6
West Side Elementary School Rossville 2.7 mi 5.8
Woodmore Elementary School Chattanooga 2.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,600

Median Home Value

$182,600

Median Rent

$1,120/mo

Population

21,840

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

36.7

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Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro, TN 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Ridge Elementary School

What grades does East Ridge Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend East Ridge Elementary School?

East Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East Ridge Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Ridge Elementary School rank in TN?

East Ridge Elementary School ranks #918 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is East Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Ridge Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

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

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