Below Average
#1506 of 1,786 schools in TN
East Ridge Middle School
Middle School · Hamilton County
4400 Bennett RD, Chattanooga, TN 37412
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,506 of 1,786
In Chattanooga
#35 of 47
public schools
In district
#67 of 80
Hamilton County
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East Ridge Middle School
Middle School in Chattanooga · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Ridge Middle School
East Ridge Middle School is a public middle school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. East Ridge Middle School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. East Ridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,506 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for East Ridge Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at East Ridge Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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East Ridge Middle School — Students at East Ridge Middle School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How East Ridge Middle School Compares
See how East Ridge Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4400 Bennett RD, Chattanooga, TN 37412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Ridge Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lakeview Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rossville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts (rated 5.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood 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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| E O Coffman Middle School Lawrenceburg, TN | 4.6 |
| Highland Oaks Middle Memphis, TN | 4.6 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville, TN | 4.6 |
| Northwest Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.6 |
| Bellevue Middle Nashville, TN | 4.5 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington, TN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Ridge Middle School
What grades does East Ridge Middle School serve?
East Ridge Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East Ridge Middle School?
East Ridge Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Ridge Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Ridge Middle School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Ridge Middle School rank in TN?
East Ridge Middle School ranks #1,506 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is East Ridge Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Ridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Ridge Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Ridge Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Ridge Middle School a charter school?
No, East Ridge Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Ridge Middle School a Title I school?
No, East Ridge Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (423) 867-6214
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton County- District Enrollment
- 45,790
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,785
- District Rank
- #67 of 80
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