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  2. Diversity
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  3. Teachers
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  4. College Prep
    B+
  5. Clubs & Activities
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  6. Health & Safety
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  7. Administration
    A+
  8. Sports
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  9. Food
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  10. Resources & Facilities
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Chattanooga School for the Arts & Sciences (CSAS) - Upper School is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Chattanooga, TN. It has 644 students in grades 6-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1. According to state test scores, 67% of students are at least proficient in math and 75% in reading.
Address
865 E 3rd St
Chattanooga, TN 37403
Telephone
(423) 209-5812
Website
mycsas.com

Chattanooga School for the Arts & Sciences (CSAS) - Upper School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
75%
Percent Proficient - Math
67%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1300
9 responses
Average ACT
25
95 responses
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Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
85%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.13 responses
Poll
77%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.13 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 34 responses
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  • Basketball games
    32%
  • Spirit Week
    29%
  • K-12 "Reunion" Assemblies
    26%
  • Awards Day
    12%
  • Homecoming
    0%
  • Pep rallies
    0%
  • Spirit Week
    0%

Students

Diversity
A-
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
644
Free or Reduced Lunch
33%
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.14 responses
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.14 responses
71%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.14 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National
16:1
Average Teacher Salary
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Teachers in First/Second Year
0%
67%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.15 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.15 responses
80%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.15 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
—
Expenses Per Student
$9,533/ year
National
$12,239
94%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.17 responses
6%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.17 responses
59%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.17 responses
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This is a school that prides itself on college readiness, its graduation rates, and its philosophy of community involvement and lifelong learning. Unfortunately, recent administration changes in Hamilton county and the systems in place in the state of Tennessee have undercut part of the impact of the larger life lessons that this school attempts to teach. As a K-12 student at this school, I was also admittedly coddled, and opportunities beyond the basic state mandated courses are slim, difficult to find, and rely largely on word of mouth. The school also relies on a 7 point grading scale, which works for some but not for others. On the plus side, there are courses available that count towards college credit, some updated facilities and an attempt to integrate technology into the school resources. Most courses are listed as honors. The school is also highly selective but the teachers and staff are amicable and seem to love their jobs.
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My experience with Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences is great! If I had a choice to change schools, I wouldn’t because they are preparing me for the future as a young adult.
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences is a very impressive, forward driven school. The teachers push their students to become the best that they can be. Seminar is built into the curriculum of the school and is a way for students to express their opinions. Although I greatly enjoy this school I was not given much aid on finding scholarships for applying to college. Additional help with finding scholarships would have made my senior year more enjoyable.