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#5 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 1% in state

Stem School Chattanooga

High School · Hamilton County

4501 Amnicola HWY, Chattanooga, TN 37406

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

9.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#5 of 1,786

In Chattanooga

#1 of 47

public schools

In district

#1 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Stem School Chattanooga

9.7/10

High School in Chattanooga · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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About Stem School Chattanooga

Stem School Chattanooga is a public high school in Chattanooga, TN, part of Hamilton County. Stem School Chattanooga serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stem School Chattanooga has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Stem School Chattanooga show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

What's said publicly about Stem School Chattanooga

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

STEM School Chattanooga is a public high school located at 4501 Amnicola Highway in Chattanooga, Tennessee 1 . Founded in August 2012, the school operates as a platform school designed to provide a problem-based learning curriculum aligned with Tennessee state standards 1 . The curriculum emphasizes sciences, technology, engineering, mathematics, and the arts, incorporating core context learning and process skills to foster innovation and critical thinking 1 . The school’s mission focuses on using technology to cultivate inquisitive nature and collaboration among students 1 . Leadership includes Principal Jim David and Assistant Principal Keunta Graham 1 . The school has received several recognitions, including being named a Tennessee Reward School for Academic Performance and the highest-rated STEM school in the state 1 . Additionally, it was recognized as one of the top four schools globally for impact innovations at the 2025 Education Innovation Showcase 1 . Other distinctions include being designated as an MIT FAB Foundation Leadership School in Digital Fabrication, one of only two in the country, and an America Achieves World Leading Learning School for Innovation, one of thirty worldwide 1 .
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  1. www.stemschoolchattanooga.net
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How it compares3.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+0.24 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+26.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness9.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism5.5%

Stem School Chattanooga — Students at Stem School Chattanooga score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2012
Math
54.5%
2013
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
49.5%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
59.3%
ELA
74.8%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Stem School Chattanooga Compares

See how Stem School Chattanooga performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in TN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

Location

4501 Amnicola HWY, Chattanooga, TN 37406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stem School Chattanooga may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State Chattanooga 0.5 mi 8.2
DuPont Elementary School Chattanooga 1.1 mi 7.1
ST JUDE SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.6 mi 6.9
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Chattanooga 1.8 mi 7.8
Rivermont Elementary School Chattanooga 1.7 mi 7.8
Alpine Crest Elementary School Chattanooga 2.6 mi 7.1
Hardy Elementary School Chattanooga 2.8 mi 3.9
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 2.7 mi
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 2.8 mi 7.2
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 3.1 mi 5.1
THE BRIGHT SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.8 mi 6.9
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 3.3 mi 7.6
AVONDALE SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chattanooga 3.6 mi 6.6
Hixson Middle School Hixson 3.8 mi 7.5
Hixson High School Hixson 3.9 mi 5.7
ORANGE GROVE CENTER Chattanooga 4.2 mi 6.8
Normal Park Museum Magnet School Chattanooga 3.7 mi 8.5
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts Chattanooga 3.7 mi 8.5
Dalewood Middle School Chattanooga 4.3 mi 5.6
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,993

Median Home Value

$150,300

Median Rent

$944/mo

Population

12,867

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

47.2%

Poverty Rate

28.1%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stem School Chattanooga

What grades does Stem School Chattanooga serve?

Stem School Chattanooga serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Stem School Chattanooga?

Stem School Chattanooga has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stem School Chattanooga?

The student-teacher ratio at Stem School Chattanooga is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stem School Chattanooga rank in TN?

Stem School Chattanooga ranks #5 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Stem School Chattanooga's MySchoolScout rating?

Stem School Chattanooga has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Stem School Chattanooga?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stem School Chattanooga has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Stem School Chattanooga a charter school?

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

Is Stem School Chattanooga a Title I school?

No, Stem School Chattanooga is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
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Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

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

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