East Ridge Middle School
701 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
East Ridge Middle School, located on Bennett Road in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a public school serving students in the Hamilton County School District. As a central educational hub for the East Ridge community, the school focuses on providing a structured learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparedness. The institution serves a diverse student body and is committed to fostering academic growth through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies.
Beyond its academic offerings, East Ridge Middle School places a significant emphasis on student development through extracurricular activities, sports, and social-emotional support. The school works to cultivate a sense of community pride and belonging, encouraging students to participate in clubs and collaborative projects that build character and leadership skills. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and the well-being of its students, East Ridge Middle School strives to equip its learners with the essential tools needed to succeed as they transition into their secondary education years.
Beyond its academic offerings, East Ridge Middle School places a significant emphasis on student development through extracurricular activities, sports, and social-emotional support. The school works to cultivate a sense of community pride and belonging, encouraging students to participate in clubs and collaborative projects that build character and leadership skills. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and the well-being of its students, East Ridge Middle School strives to equip its learners with the essential tools needed to succeed as they transition into their secondary education years.
701
Total Students
49.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 139 |
| Hispanic | 314 |
| Black | 183 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 59 |
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Hispanic314 (44.8 %)
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Black183 (26.1 %)
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White139 (19.8 %)
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Two or More59 (8.4 %)
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Asian6 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | Yes |
| District: | Hamilton County |
| Phone: | (423)867-6214 |
| Website: | http://erms.hcde.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 701 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
234
Grade 7
237
Grade 8
230
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 234 |
| Grade 7 | 237 |
| Grade 8 | 230 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 346 | 49.4% |
| Male | 355 | 50.6% |
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