CHATTANOOGA CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Hamilton County school district, located in Chattanooga, TN with about 380 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence (CCSE) is a public charter school located on Brainerd Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee, serving students in grades K–8. As a tuition-free institution, the school operates with a focus on providing a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics. CCSE aims to close the achievement gap by maintaining high expectations for all students, fostering a culture of accountability, and utilizing a structured curriculum designed to prepare children for success in high school and beyond.

The school prides itself on a supportive community atmosphere where educators work closely with families to ensure each student’s individual needs are met. By integrating character development with academic instruction, CCSE strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to be productive members of the Chattanooga community. The school typically operates with an extended school day and year, a hallmark of their effort to maximize instructional time and provide additional enrichment opportunities for their diverse student body.

For more information, contact Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence at (423) 521-0402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.