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#172 of 284 private schools in TN
Standifer Gap Sda School
Elementary School
8255 STANDIFER GAP RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#172 of 284
In Chattanooga
#17 of 21
public schools
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Standifer Gap Sda School
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About Standifer Gap Sda School
Standifer Gap Sda School is a private elementary school in Chattanooga, TN. Standifer Gap Sda School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Standifer Gap Sda School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Standifer Gap Sda 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.
Standifer Gap Sda 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Standifer Gap Sda School compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Chattanooga, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Standifer Gap Sda School (this school) | 6.0 |
| East Brainerd Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Westview Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Bess T Shepherd Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Tyner Middle Academy | 5.5 |
| Hamilton County Virtual School | 3.6 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts | 6.8 |
| Dalewood Middle School | 5.6 |
| Woodmore Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Spring Creek Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Barger Academy of Fine Arts | 7.8 |
| East Ridge Middle School | 4.6 |
| East Ridge Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Hardy Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Orchard Knob Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Chattanooga Preparatory School | 3.6 |
| East Side Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Orchard Knob Middle School | 4.5 |
| Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy | 8.2 |
| Montessori Elementary at Highland Park | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 40 schools. View all schools in Chattanooga
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
8255 STANDIFER GAP RD, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Standifer Gap Sda School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westview Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Apison Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Apison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wolftever Creek Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Ooltewah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah | 1.4 mi | — |
| East Hamilton High School Ooltewah | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Westview Elementary School Chattanooga | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| East Brainerd Elementary School Chattanooga | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA Chattanooga | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Chattanooga | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Ooltewah Middle School Ooltewah | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wolftever Creek Elementary School Ooltewah | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Tyner Academy Chattanooga | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Tyner Middle Academy Chattanooga | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Collegedale | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| East Hamilton Middle School Apison | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Hamilton County Virtual School Chattanooga | 3.7 mi | 3.6 |
| COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY Collegedale | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Apison Elementary School Apison | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| HICKORY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,958
Median Home Value
$299,600
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Population
52,516
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Standifer Gap Sda School
What grades does Standifer Gap Sda School serve?
Standifer Gap Sda School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Standifer Gap Sda School?
Standifer Gap Sda School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Standifer Gap Sda School?
The student-teacher ratio at Standifer Gap Sda School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Standifer Gap Sda School rank in TN?
Standifer Gap Sda School ranks #172 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Standifer Gap Sda School's MySchoolScout rating?
Standifer Gap Sda 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.
Is Standifer Gap Sda School a private school?
Yes, Standifer Gap Sda 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 Standifer Gap Sda School a religious school?
Standifer Gap Sda School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Phone
- (423) 892-6013
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