East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts vs Loftis Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts
Chattanooga · Public middle · Grades 6–8
549 students
Loftis Middle School
Hixson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
| Measure | East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts Chattanooga, Tennessee | Loftis Middle School Hixson, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 2 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #289 of 307 | #28 of 307 |
| National rank | #15348 of 15,369 | #4357 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 549 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 549 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 67% |
| city | Chattanooga | Hixson |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Loftis Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 2.3).
- •Loftis Middle School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 11%).
- •Loftis Middle School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 8%).
- •Loftis Middle School is the larger school with 550 students compared with 549.
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 East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts better than Loftis Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Loftis Middle School ranks higher (65.1 vs 2.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts and Loftis Middle School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Chattanooga and Hixson in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts: 549. Loftis Middle School: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts and Loftis Middle School rank in Tennessee?
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts is 289th of 307 and Loftis Middle School is 28th of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).