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#103 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 36% of private schools
Orange Grove Center
School
615 DERBY ST, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#103 of 284
In Chattanooga
#12 of 21
public schools
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Orange Grove Center
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About Orange Grove Center
Orange Grove Center is a private school in Chattanooga, TN. Orange Grove Center serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Grove Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Orange Grove Center 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Orange Grove Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Orange Grove Center 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Orange Grove Center compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Chattanooga, TN
Student Demographics
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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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
615 DERBY ST, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orange Grove Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Lower (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,585
Median Home Value
$235,300
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
13,883
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.7
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| CEDARS OF LEBANON ACADEMY Mc Minnville, TN | 6.6 |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oneida, TN | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orange Grove Center
What grades does Orange Grove Center serve?
Orange Grove Center serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Orange Grove Center?
Orange Grove Center has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove Center is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Orange Grove Center rank in TN?
Orange Grove Center ranks #103 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Orange Grove Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Orange Grove Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Orange Grove Center a private school?
Yes, Orange Grove Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Orange Grove Center a religious school?
No, Orange Grove Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 221 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Phone
- (423) 629-1451
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