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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Chattanooga at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
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Hamilton County School District
45,902 students | CHATTANOOGA, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 85 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Chattanooga
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August 17, 2025
I have nothing but good things to say about the positive changes GPS has made to support learners and families. My granddaughter and her parents have thrived under the amazing support of both teachers... More
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Girls Preparatory School
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August 16, 2025
This school used to be very highly rated, though with the last administration the rules have become suffocating for elementary kids that want to be educated but also express themselves. There is... More
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Alpine Crest Elementary School
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August 12, 2025
there is an incident with my son. I showed up to talk to the principal. This was a day after the incident I got addressed by disrespect. I didn’t even make it into the building to sit down and have... More
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Orchard Knob Middle School