Serving 474 students in grades 6-12, Chattanooga Preparatory School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chattanooga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Chattanooga Preparatory School's student population of 474 students has grown by 618% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 340% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Chattanooga Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chattanooga Preparatory School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1301 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
38%
15%
Black
54%
21%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chattanooga Preparatory School's ranking?
Chattanooga Preparatory School is ranked #1301 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Chattanooga Preparatory School?
474 students attend Chattanooga Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Chattanooga Preparatory School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chattanooga Preparatory School?
Chattanooga Preparatory School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chattanooga Preparatory School offer ?
Chattanooga Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chattanooga Preparatory School part of?
Chattanooga Preparatory School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Chattanooga Preparatory School located?
Chattanooga Preparatory School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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