Serving 928 students in grades 9-12, East Ridge High 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 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Ridge High School's student population of 928 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ridge High 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 East Ridge High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1499 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
50%
15%
Black
23%
21%
White
20%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge High School's ranking?
East Ridge High School is ranked #1499 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Ridge High School often compared to?
East Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Bank High School, East Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of East Ridge High School is 86%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Ridge High School?
928 students attend East Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of East Ridge High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge High School?
East Ridge High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Ridge High School offer ?
East Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Ridge High School part of?
East Ridge High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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