Barger Academy of Fine Arts vs East Ridge Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barger Academy of Fine Arts
Chattanooga · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
349 students
East Ridge Middle School
Chattanooga · Public middle · Grades 6–8
591 students
| Measure | Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga, Tennessee | East Ridge Middle School Chattanooga, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #826 of 913 | #249 of 307 |
| National rank | #49940 of 50,301 | #15200 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 349 | 591 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 591 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 21% |
| city | Chattanooga | Chattanooga |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (7.6 vs 8.5).
- •Barger Academy of Fine Arts does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •East Ridge Middle School is the larger school with 591 students compared with 349.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Barger Academy of Fine Arts better than East Ridge Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Barger Academy of Fine Arts and East Ridge Middle School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Chattanooga and Chattanooga in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barger Academy of Fine Arts: 349. East Ridge Middle School: 591. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barger Academy of Fine Arts and East Ridge Middle School rank in Tennessee?
Barger Academy of Fine Arts is 826th of 913 and East Ridge Middle School is 249th of 307 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).