📍 Zip Code 37402 · Chattanooga, TN

School District for Zip Code 37402

Hamilton County Department of Education · 5/10 Rating · Urban District

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School District · Chattanooga, TN
Hamilton County Department of Education
📍 Hamilton County, TN · Zip Code 37402
5/10
Rating
44,000
Students
80
Schools
17:1
Student/Teacher
Average Hamilton County / Chattanooga. Growing tech hub. Per-pupil spending: $9,500/year.

Assigned Schools for Zip 37402

Based on NCES 2024 district boundary data · Always verify with district
🏫
Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · Grades K-5
👥 ~550 students
Academic Rating6/10 — Good
6
Rating
Good
📚
Lincoln Middle School
Middle School · Grades 6-8
👥 ~1,100 students
Academic Rating4/10 — Average
4
Rating
Average
🎓
Lincoln High School
High School · Grades 9-12
👥 ~1,650 students
Academic Rating5/10 — Average
5
Rating
Average
MetricValuevs National Avg
Student Enrollment44,000National avg: 3,700
Number of Schools80National avg: 6
Student/Teacher Ratio17:1National avg: 16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,500/yrNational avg: $13,700
District TypeUrbanUrban / Suburban / Rural
Overall Rating5/10 — AverageBased on state assessments
📌 Always verify: Contact Hamilton County Department of Education directly to confirm your exact school assignment before making enrollment or real estate decisions. Boundaries change and open enrollment may be available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What school district is zip code 37402?▼
Zip code 37402 is served by Hamilton County Department of Education in Chattanooga, TN (Hamilton County). The district serves approximately 44,000 students across 80 schools and has an overall rating of 5/10 (Average).
What schools are in zip code 37402?▼
Zip code 37402 is served by Hamilton County Department of Education. The assigned elementary school is Washington Elementary School (Grades K-5, rating 6/10), middle school is Lincoln Middle School (Grades 6-8, rating 4/10), and high school is Lincoln High School (Grades 9-12, rating 5/10).
Is Hamilton County Department of Education a good school district?▼
Hamilton County Department of Education has an overall rating of 5/10 (Average). Hamilton County / Chattanooga. Growing tech hub. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and spends approximately $9,500 per pupil annually.
How do I verify my school assignment for zip code 37402?▼
Contact Hamilton County Department of Education directly to confirm your specific school assignment. While our data is based on NCES 2024 records, school boundaries can change and some districts have open enrollment policies. Always verify before making enrollment or real estate decisions.

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About Hamilton County Department of Education
Hamilton County Department of Education serves zip code 37402 and surrounding areas in Hamilton County, TN. The district operates 80 schools with a total enrollment of approximately 44,000 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and per-pupil spending of $9,500/year, Hamilton County Department of Education receives an overall academic rating of 5/10 (Average) based on state assessment data, graduation rates, and other publicly available metrics from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). This district performs at or near the state average.