Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Clifton Hills Elementary School's student population of 710 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clifton Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifton Hills Elementary School 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
#1256 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
71%
15%
Black
23%
21%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Clifton Hills Elementary School is ranked #1256 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Clifton Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Clifton Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Clifton Hills Elementary School?
710 students attend Clifton Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Clifton Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton Hills Elementary School?
Clifton Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clifton Hills Elementary School offer ?
Clifton Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clifton Hills Elementary School part of?
Clifton Hills Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifton Hills Elementary School located?
Clifton Hills Elementary School is located in the East Lake neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in East Lake.
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