Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barger Academy Of Fine Arts 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts's student population of 362 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence through Arts-Based Learning
School Rankings
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts 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 Barger Academy Of Fine Arts is 0.54, 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
#1304 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
65%
21%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 Barger Academy Of Fine Arts's ranking?
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts is ranked #1304 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Barger Academy Of Fine Arts often compared to?
Barger Academy Of Fine Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Academy For Teaching And Learning, Alpine Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Barger Academy Of Fine Arts?
362 students attend Barger Academy Of Fine Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Barger Academy Of Fine Arts students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barger Academy Of Fine Arts?
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barger Academy Of Fine Arts offer ?
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barger Academy Of Fine Arts part of?
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Barger Academy Of Fine Arts located?
Barger Academy Of Fine Arts is located in the Belvoir neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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