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#1059 of 1,786 schools in TN
Lookout Valley Middle / High School
High School · Hamilton County
350 Lookout High ST, Chattanooga, TN 37419
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,059 of 1,786
In Chattanooga
#26 of 47
public schools
In district
#55 of 80
Hamilton County
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Lookout Valley Middle / High School
High School in Chattanooga · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lookout Valley Middle / High School
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is a public high school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Lookout Valley Middle / High School serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lookout Valley Middle / High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,059 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Lookout Valley Middle / High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Lookout Valley Middle / High 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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Lookout Valley Middle / High School — Students at Lookout Valley Middle / High School score 26% 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: 4.8/10.
How Lookout Valley Middle / High School Compares
See how Lookout Valley Middle / High 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
350 Lookout High ST, Chattanooga, TN 37419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lookout Valley Middle / High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,029
Median Home Value
$302,800
Median Rent
$979/mo
Population
6,288
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
82.2%
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
46.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lookout Valley Middle / High School
What grades does Lookout Valley Middle / High School serve?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lookout Valley Middle / High School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lookout Valley Middle / High School rank in TN?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School ranks #1,059 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Lookout Valley Middle / High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lookout Valley Middle / High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lookout Valley Middle / High School a charter school?
No, Lookout Valley Middle / High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lookout Valley Middle / High School a Title I school?
No, Lookout Valley Middle / High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (423) 825-7352
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton County- District Enrollment
- 45,790
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,785
- District Rank
- #55 of 80
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