CHATTANOOGA GIRLS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Hamilton County school district, located in Chattanooga, TN with about 359 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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 25 teachers, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy (CGLA) is a specialized public charter school located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, dedicated exclusively to the education and empowerment of young women in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the principle that girls thrive in an environment tailored to their specific developmental and academic needs, the school focuses on creating a "college-bound" culture. CGLA integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with a strong emphasis on leadership development, character building, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the challenges of higher education and their future careers.

Beyond academics, the school is deeply committed to the holistic growth of its students, providing a supportive community that emphasizes self-confidence, civic responsibility, and grit. By maintaining small class sizes and fostering close relationships between faculty and students, CGLA aims to close the opportunity gap for girls in the local area. The school actively encourages its students to become bold, innovative thinkers and community leaders, positioning itself as a transformative institution that prepares young women to succeed in a global society.

For more information, contact Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy at (423) 702-7230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.