At a glance
Reported students
354
NCES CCD 2024–25
Grades served
06–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Tennessee high enrollment
29th percentile
Compared with 414 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
542.5
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy: 354 reported students.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 357
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.9:1
What the reported data says about Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is a public high school serving grades 06–12 in Chattanooga. It is one of 81 current school records connected to Hamilton County Schools. NCES reports 354 students for 2024–25.
Among 414 high schools in Tennessee with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 580 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 29th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (53.7%) and Black (38.1%). English learners represent 10.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
- 1What are the current typical and maximum class sizes in each grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White3.1%
- Hispanic53.7%
- Black38.1%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hamilton County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lookout Valley Middle / High School
High · Grades 06–12
309 reported students
STEM School Chattanooga
High · Grades 09–12
296 reported students
Sequoyah High School
High · Grades 10–12
235 reported students
Ivy Academy Inc. School
High · Grades 06–12
487 reported students
Chattanooga Preparatory School
High · Grades 06–12
539 reported students
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State
High · Grades 09–12
141 reported students
Public schools near Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga Preparatory School High · Charter · Hamilton County Schools | 06–12 | 539 | under 0.1 mi |
| Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper High · Hamilton County Schools | 06–12 | 741 | 1.5 mi |
| The Howard School High · Hamilton County Schools | 09–12 | 1,329 | 1.9 mi |
| Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High High · Charter · Hamilton County Schools | 09–12 | 113 | 2.5 mi |
| Brainerd High School High · Hamilton County Schools | 09–12 | 739 | 3.4 mi |
| Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts High · Hamilton County Schools | 06–12 | 717 | 3.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy
What grades does Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy serve?
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy reports grades 06–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Hamilton County Schools.
How many students attend Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy?
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy reported 354 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 29th percentile among 414 Tennessee high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 357 students.
Is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy in?
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy is part of Hamilton County Schools, based in Chattanooga, TN, which operates 81 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Chattanooga Preparatory School (under 0.1 mi), Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper (1.5 mi), The Howard School (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.