Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Bank Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Bank Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Red Bank Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Red Bank Elementary School 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 Red Bank Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
18%
20%
White
47%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hamilton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bank Elementary School's ranking?
Red Bank Elementary School is ranked #987 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Red Bank Elementary School?
616 students attend Red Bank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Red Bank Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Red Bank Elementary School offer ?
Red Bank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bank Elementary School part of?
Red Bank Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Red Bank Elementary School located?
Red Bank Elementary School is located in the Mountain Creek neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Mountain Creek.
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