Serving 554 students in grades 6-8, East Lake 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 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lake 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
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts's student population of 554 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
East Lake 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 East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is 0.45, 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
#1600 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
71%
15%
Black
21%
21%
White
4%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts's ranking?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is ranked #1600 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts?
554 students attend East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts offer ?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts part of?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts located?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in East Lake.
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