Below Average
#263 of 284 private schools in TN
Lester Coon Adventist School
Elementary School
11429 BATES RD, Apison, TN 37302
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#263 of 284
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About Lester Coon Adventist School
Lester Coon Adventist School is a private elementary school in Apison, TN. Lester Coon Adventist School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lester Coon Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Lester Coon Adventist School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Lester Coon Adventist School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Lester Coon Adventist School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lester Coon Adventist School compares to the 2 public schools in Apison, TN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Apison
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lester Coon Adventist School (this school) | 4.6 |
| Apison Elementary School | 8.7 |
| East Hamilton Middle School | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
11429 BATES RD, Apison, TN 37302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lester Coon Adventist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wallace A. Smith Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Ooltewah), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westview Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Chattanooga), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ooltewah Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Ooltewah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apison, see our Apison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY Collegedale | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Collegedale | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Apison Elementary School Apison | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| East Hamilton Middle School Apison | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Wolftever Creek Elementary School Ooltewah | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Ooltewah Middle School Ooltewah | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah | 3.9 mi | — |
| OOLTEWAH ADVENTIST SCHOOL Ooltewah | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| East Hamilton High School Ooltewah | 4.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Ooltewah High School Ooltewah | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Westview Elementary School Chattanooga | 4.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Cohutta Elementary School Cohutta | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ooltewah Elementary School Ooltewah | 7.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Hunter Middle School Ooltewah | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Wallace A. Smith Elementary School Ooltewah | 7.8 mi | 9.2 |
| SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,578
Median Home Value
$371,600
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
5,253
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
44.6
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| LENOIR CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lenoir City, TN | 4.6 |
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| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Loretto, TN | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lester Coon Adventist School
What grades does Lester Coon Adventist School serve?
Lester Coon Adventist School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lester Coon Adventist School?
Lester Coon Adventist School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lester Coon Adventist School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lester Coon Adventist School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lester Coon Adventist School rank in TN?
Lester Coon Adventist School ranks #263 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Lester Coon Adventist School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lester Coon Adventist 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.
Is Lester Coon Adventist School a private school?
Yes, Lester Coon Adventist School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lester Coon Adventist School a religious school?
Lester Coon Adventist School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hamilton County
- Phone
- (423) 236-4926
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