Lookout Valley Middle School and High School is a school in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in Hamilton County. It is operated by the Hamilton County Schools system.
Serving 309 students in grades 6-12, Lookout Valley Middle / High 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lookout Valley Middle / High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lookout Valley Middle / High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lookout Valley Middle / High 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 Lookout Valley Middle / High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#1080 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
16%
20%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lookout Valley Middle / High School's ranking?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is ranked #1080 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lookout Valley Middle / High School often compared to?
Lookout Valley Middle / High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah Middle School, Hunter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
The graduation rate of Lookout Valley Middle / High School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lookout Valley Middle / High School?
309 students attend Lookout Valley Middle / High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lookout Valley Middle / High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Lookout Valley Middle / High School offer ?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lookout Valley Middle / High School part of?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lookout Valley Middle / High School located?
Lookout Valley Middle / High School is located in the Lookout Valley neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Lookout Valley.
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