East Ridge High School

East Ridge High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4320 Bennett Rd,  Chattanooga, TN
Hamilton County School District
3.3
2.7
934 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tamara Helton
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
7%
Reading Proficiency
24%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
86%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C
Administration
D
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
24%
Math Proficiency
7%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.8%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
20
Reading
21
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
21%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
291:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.7%
Female
45.3%
Hispanic
47.8%
Black
24.8%
White
20.3%
Two or more races
6.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 166 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 138 Students
Chattanooga State Community College 102 Students
East Tennessee State University 84 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 75 Students
Tennessee State University 65 Students
Lee University 54 Students
Austin Peay State University 38 Students
Belmont University 36 Students
University of Memphis 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 40 Students
Nursing 37 Students
Psychology 25 Students
Biology 21 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Criminology 13 Students
Chemistry 12 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 12 Students
Physical Therapy 11 Students
Radiologic Technician 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 103 Reviews
3.0 Sophomore
9/24/2023
East Ridge High School is an average highschool when it comes to sports, staff, the student body, and other extracurriculars. The courses at the school are lacking with only a handful of AP and DE courses being available.
3.0 Sophomore
3/2/2021
East Ridge High School is a good school but like every school it has their pros and cons. The teachers overall are very nice and supportive in anyway they can. There are a variety of students from different backgrounds which allows East Ridge to learn different cultures. East Ridge High school is very diverse school and a place for everyone to learn.
3.0 Alum
7/15/2020
It was an okay school. Some rules were too much and not necessary and it felt like they cared more about giving out detentions rather than education. They got a new principal last year and I heard some things turned around so that's good for upcoming students.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 3 Reviews
5.0 other
11/18/2021
Great school, many fond memories for my years there!
1.0 parent
8/2/2021
Would not recommend for a child that needs extra care.. now if your child has a good head on their shoulders and doesn’t struggle in school or with children it’s probably okay. However the guidance counselor who is there is very aggressive and stand offish and not very “willing to do whatever to hel...
2.0 parent
10/29/2011
A school on the decline. The district has done much to wreck this school with questionable leadership choices. The new principal is over his head, and the assistant is totally clueless. The previous principal lasted a year and never even tried. Parental involvement has dropped off considerably. The...

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East Ridge High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Chattanooga, TN, in the East Ridge neighborhood, and is served by the Hamilton County School District in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 934 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 7% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 24% are proficient in reading. East Ridge High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 86%, and the average ACT score is 21. The average home value in this area is $410,621. Discover additional schools in the area, like Brainerd High School, Calvary Christian School, SKYUKA HALL, and more. Learn more about what Chattanooga has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near East Ridge High School.

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