Excellent
#44 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 2% in state
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
Elementary School · Hamilton County
6930 Lebron Sterchi DR, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#44 of 1,786
In Ooltewah
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 80
Hamilton County
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
Elementary School in Ooltewah · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ooltewah, TN, part of Hamilton County. Wallace A.
Smith Elementary School serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace A. Smith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Wallace A. Smith Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Wallace A. Smith Elementary School — Students at Wallace A. Smith Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 9.2/10.
How Wallace A. Smith Elementary School Compares
See how Wallace A. Smith Elementary 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
6930 Lebron Sterchi DR, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace A. Smith Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ooltewah Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wolftever Creek Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA (rated 7.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Chattanooga), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ooltewah, see our Ooltewah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hunter Middle School Ooltewah | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Ooltewah High School Ooltewah | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| OOLTEWAH ADVENTIST SCHOOL Ooltewah | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Central High School Harrison | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Brown Middle School Harrison | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Harrison Elementary School Chattanooga | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Ooltewah Elementary School Ooltewah | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Ooltewah Middle School Ooltewah | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wolftever Creek Elementary School Ooltewah | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Snow Hill Elementary School Ooltewah | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Hamilton County Virtual School Chattanooga | 4.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Chattanooga | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY Collegedale | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Tyner Middle Academy Chattanooga | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga | 5.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Tyner Academy Chattanooga | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
| COLLEGEDALE ACADEMY Collegedale | 5.7 mi | 7.0 |
| COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA Chattanooga | 5.7 mi | 7.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethesda Elementary Thompson Station, TN | 9.2 |
| Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary School Cleveland, TN | 9.2 |
| Farmington Elementary School Germantown, TN | 9.2 |
| Lake Ridge Elementary Johnson City, TN | 9.2 |
| Nolan Elementary School Signal Mountain, TN | 9.2 |
| Beech Elementary Hendersonville, TN | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace A. Smith Elementary School
What grades does Wallace A. Smith Elementary School serve?
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wallace A. Smith Elementary School?
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace A. Smith Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace A. Smith Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace A. Smith Elementary School rank in TN?
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School ranks #44 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Wallace A. Smith Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Wallace A. Smith Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace A. Smith Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wallace A. Smith Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wallace A. Smith Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace A. Smith Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wallace A. Smith Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (423) 344-1425
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton County- District Enrollment
- 45,790
- Schools in District
- 81
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,785
- District Rank
- #3 of 80
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