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Ooltewah High School

High School · Hamilton County

6123 Mountain View RD, Ooltewah, TN 37363

Enrollment

1,275

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,211 of 1,786

In Ooltewah

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#57 of 80

Hamilton County

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Ooltewah High School

5.6/10

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About Ooltewah High School

Ooltewah High School is a public high school in Ooltewah, TN, part of Hamilton County. Ooltewah High School serves approximately 1,275 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ooltewah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,211 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ooltewah High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation11.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Ooltewah High School — Students at Ooltewah High School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
21.6%
ELA
48.8%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Ooltewah High School Compares

See how Ooltewah High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in TN
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
11
2 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
75 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
11.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·59 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
2 boys'·9 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

6123 Mountain View RD, Ooltewah, TN 37363

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ooltewah High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Collegedale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central High School (rated 4.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Harrison), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ooltewah, see our Ooltewah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
OOLTEWAH ADVENTIST SCHOOL Ooltewah 0.4 mi 6.3
Ooltewah Middle School Ooltewah 2.1 mi 6.9
Wolftever Creek Elementary School Ooltewah 2.2 mi 7.7
Hunter Middle School Ooltewah 2.2 mi 7.1
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School Ooltewah 2.3 mi 9.2
Ooltewah Elementary School Ooltewah 2.9 mi 8.9
COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Collegedale 3.4 mi 5.7
COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY Collegedale 3.5 mi 7.0
COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale 3.6 mi 6.4
BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah 4.6 mi 7.2
BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah 4.6 mi
STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.8 mi 6.0
Central High School Harrison 4.3 mi 4.5
Brown Middle School Harrison 4.5 mi 4.6
Harrison Elementary School Chattanooga 4.5 mi 3.5
SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga 4.8 mi 5.9
LESTER COON ADVENTIST SCHOOL Apison 5.6 mi 4.6
Snow Hill Elementary School Ooltewah 6.0 mi 6.8
PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga 5.7 mi 6.3
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Chattanooga 5.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,873

Median Home Value

$349,600

Median Rent

$1,495/mo

Population

40,830

College Educated

43.3%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ooltewah High School

What grades does Ooltewah High School serve?

Ooltewah High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ooltewah High School?

Ooltewah High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,275 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ooltewah High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ooltewah High School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ooltewah High School rank in TN?

Ooltewah High School ranks #1,211 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ooltewah High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ooltewah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Ooltewah High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ooltewah High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ooltewah High School a charter school?

No, Ooltewah High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ooltewah High School a Title I school?

No, Ooltewah High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,275
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
75
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

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

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