📊 What this ranking measures
Rankings are based on academic achievement — the share of students scoring proficient or above on state reading and math assessments (TCAP 2025–26), ranked against other districts in the same state — not on spending, district size, or staffing. See full methodology →
Tennessee: 4 Rated Districts
TCAP 2025–26 · percentile among Tennessee districts
| Rank in TN | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Hamilton County School District | Chattanooga | 6/10 Average | 53rd |
| #2 | Marion County School District | Jasper | 4/10 Below Average | 30th |
| #3 | Sequatchie County School District | Dunlap | 3/10 Below Average | 27th |
| #4 | Richard City Special School District | South Pittsburg | 1/10 Poor | 7th |
Georgia: 4 Rated Districts
Georgia Milestones 2024–25 · percentile among Georgia districts
| Rank in GA | District | District Office | Rating | State Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Chickamauga City School District | Chickamauga | 10/10 Excellent | 91st |
| #2 | Catoosa County School District | Ringgold | 8/10 Good | 73rd |
| #3 | Dade County School District | Trenton | 8/10 Good | 73rd |
| #4 | Walker County School District | LaFayette | 5/10 Average | 44th |
Best School Districts in the Chattanooga, TN-GA Metro Area (2026)
This metro area crosses state lines, so it is shown as one table per state. Each state rates its districts on its own test, and a 9/10 in one state is not comparable with a 9/10 in another.
Counties are assigned to metropolitan areas using the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 delineation, and each district is placed in the county of its NCES directory listing. Ratings come from TCAP 2025–26 (Tennessee); Georgia Milestones 2024–25 (Georgia) and are percentile-ranked within the district's own state. Always confirm your assignment by address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best-rated school district in the Tennessee part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area? ▼
Among the 4 rated districts in the Tennessee part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area, the highest-rated is Hamilton County School District (Chattanooga), rated 6/10 (Average) and in the 53rd percentile of Tennessee districts on TCAP 2025–26 reading and math proficiency.
What is the best-rated school district in the Georgia part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area? ▼
Among the 4 rated districts in the Georgia part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area, the highest-rated is Chickamauga City School District (Chickamauga), rated 10/10 (Excellent) and in the 91st percentile of Georgia districts on Georgia Milestones 2024–25 reading and math proficiency.
Can I compare districts across state lines here? ▼
No. Each state uses its own assessment, so ratings and percentiles are only comparable among districts in the same state. Full methodology here.