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Very Good

#646 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

Ivy Academy Inc.

High School · Hamilton County

8520 Dayton PIKE, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Charter

Enrollment

470

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#646 of 1,786

In Soddy Daisy

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#40 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ivy Academy Inc.

7.1/10

High School in Soddy Daisy · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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7.5/10

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About Ivy Academy Inc.

Ivy Academy Inc. is a public high school in Soddy Daisy, TN, part of Hamilton County. Ivy Academy Inc. serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ivy Academy Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #646 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ivy Academy Inc. show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Ivy Academy Inc. is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
AP Participation5.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Ivy Academy Inc. — Students at Ivy Academy Inc. score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
15%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
34.5%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
69.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
28.5%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
40.4%
ELA
24.8%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Ivy Academy Inc. Compares

See how Ivy Academy Inc. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

8520 Dayton PIKE, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ivy Academy Inc. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sequoyah High School (rated 6.7/10, 3.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Soddy Daisy High School (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hixson High School (rated 5.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hixson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Soddy Daisy, see our Soddy Daisy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary Soddy Daisy 2.1 mi 8.5
Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson 2.7 mi 7.5
Soddy Daisy High School Soddy Daisy 2.5 mi 6.1
MIDDLE VALLEY ACADEMY Hixson 2.7 mi
Daisy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 2.6 mi 8.1
Sequoyah High School Soddy Daisy 3.2 mi 6.7
Soddy Daisy Middle School Soddy Daisy 4.1 mi 6.3
Hixson High School Hixson 4.6 mi 5.7
Loftis Middle School Hixson 3.9 mi 7.4
Hixson Middle School Hixson 4.7 mi 7.5
McConnell Elementary School Hixson 4.0 mi 7.6
Allen Elementary School Soddy Daisy 4.1 mi 8.0
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 5.2 mi 7.6
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 5.5 mi 5.1
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 6.1 mi
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 6.2 mi 7.2
Soddy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 5.9 mi 8.4
Alpine Crest Elementary School Chattanooga 6.9 mi 7.1
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Signal Mountain 6.5 mi 6.0
DuPont Elementary School Chattanooga 7.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,525

Median Home Value

$277,600

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

29,002

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

45.3

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School Rating
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THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis, TN 7.0
L N STEM Academy Knoxville, TN 7.2
Lewis Co High School Hohenwald, TN 7.2
McKenzie High School Mckenzie, TN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ivy Academy Inc.

What grades does Ivy Academy Inc. serve?

Ivy Academy Inc. serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Ivy Academy Inc.?

Ivy Academy Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ivy Academy Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Ivy Academy Inc. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ivy Academy Inc. rank in TN?

Ivy Academy Inc. ranks #646 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ivy Academy Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Ivy Academy Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Ivy Academy Inc.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ivy Academy Inc. has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Ivy Academy Inc. a charter school?

Yes, Ivy Academy Inc. is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Ivy Academy Inc. a Title I school?

No, Ivy Academy Inc. is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

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

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