- East Brainerd Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 1,177 students
- East Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 959 students
- Ooltewah Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 858 students
- Harrison Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 775 students
- Nolan Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 729 students
- Middle Valley Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 705 students
- Clifton Hills Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 703 students
- Spring Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 698 students
- Wolftever Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 632 students
- Westview Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 631 students
- East Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 626 students
- Apison Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 617 students
- Red Bank Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 616 students
- Thrasher Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 603 students
- Wallace A. Smith Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 589 students
- Snow Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 582 students
- East Side Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 553 students
- Bess T Shepherd Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 546 students
- Orchard Knob Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 511 students
- Battle Academy for Teaching and Learning — Grades PK–5 · 494 students
- Soddy Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 470 students
- Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence — Grades K–5 · 468 students
- Big Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 466 students
- Hardy Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 444 students
- Hixson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 419 students
- + 16 more elementary schools
- East Hamilton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 913 students
- Hunter Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 745 students
- East Ridge Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 591 students
- Hixson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 591 students
- Loftis Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 550 students
- East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts — Grades 6–8 · 549 students
- Ooltewah Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 547 students
- Red Bank Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 533 students
- Soddy Daisy Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 450 students
- Tyner Middle Academy — Grades 6–8 · 401 students
- Brown Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 296 students
- Dalewood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 290 students
- Orchard Knob Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 264 students
- Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle — Grades 6–8 · 250 students
- Howard Connect Academy — Grades 6–8 · 94 students
- Chatt Academy Community School — Grades 6–7 · 93 students
- The Howard School — Grades 9–12 · 1,329 students
- East Hamilton High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,293 students
- Ooltewah High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,233 students
- Soddy Daisy High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,122 students
- Hixson High School — Grades 9–12 · 920 students
- East Ridge High School — Grades 9–12 · 867 students
- Red Bank High School — Grades 9–12 · 772 students
- Brainerd High School — Grades 9–12 · 739 students
- Tyner Academy — Grades 9–12 · 632 students
- Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 617 students
- STEM School Chattanooga — Grades 9–12 · 296 students
- Sequoyah High School — Grades 9–12 · 235 students
- Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State — Grades 9–12 · 141 students
- Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High — Grades 9–12 · 113 students
- Signal Mountain Middle/High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,396 students
- Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts — Grades K–12 · 979 students
- Normal Park Museum Magnet School — Grades PK–8 · 877 students
- Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper — Grades 6–12 · 741 students
- Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts — Grades 6–12 · 717 students
- Sale Creek Middle / High School — Grades 6–12 · 577 students
- Chattanooga Preparatory School — Grades 6–12 · 539 students
- Ivy Academy Inc. — Grades 6–12 · 487 students
- Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy — Grades 6–12 · 354 students
- Lookout Valley Middle / High School — Grades 6–12 · 309 students
- Hamilton County Virtual School — Grades K–12 · 254 students
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| Metric | Hamilton County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 79 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Hamilton County School District
If you live in ZIP 37415 — Hamilton, Tennessee — your assigned public schools are operated by Hamilton County School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Tennessee average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 9th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Hamilton County School District spends approximately $10,900 per student per year, placing it 9% above the Tennessee state average of approximately $10,000 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 9th, Hamilton County School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 9th. Contact Hamilton County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Hamilton County School District ranks among Tennessee’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Hamilton County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 37415
Children in zip code 37415 are assigned to Hamilton County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 9th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 37415, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hamilton County School District at (423)498-7020 or visit www.hcde.org/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Tennessee districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Hamilton
For families considering a purchase in the Hamilton area, district assignment matters financially. Because Hamilton County School District serves zip code 37415, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 37415 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Tennessee, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hamilton County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 37415.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hamilton County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 37415 data.