Siskin School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Siskin School

1101 Carter Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Tel: (423) 648-1761

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Siskin Children's Institute is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with special needs and their families through excellence in education, support services, advocacy and community partnerships.

Our vision is to be the leader in advancing the field of early childhood special education and to build an inclusive society for people of all abilities.

We believe that children of all abilities are unique and capable learners benefiting from exploration within a predictable, loving and safe environment.

We believe that the family is a child's first teacher and that collaboration, respect and family involvement in the team approach to early education are paramount.

We believe that a positive and accepting learning environment supports each child's social, emotional, physical, motor, language and cognitive development.

We believe that children of all abilities grow and develop to their full potential by having the opportunity to engage in developmentally appropriate activities, being exposed to multiple instructional approaches, interacting with peers and developing relationships with caring adults.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TN School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 93 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Siskin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Bilingual School Association
Council of Bilingual Education
Other associations(s) for exceptional children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-3

Year Founded

1950

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

93 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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School Notes

School Motto: Hope for Children and Families

Siskin Children's Institute is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with special needs and their families through excellence in education, support services, advocacy and community partnerships. Our vision is to be the leader in advancing the field of early childhood special education and to build an inclusive society for people of all abilities. We believe that children of all abilities are unique and capable learners benefiting from exploration within a predictable, loving and safe environment. We believe that the family is a child's first teacher and that collaboration, respect and family involvement in the team approach to early education are paramount. We believe that a positive and accepting learning environment supports each child's social, emotional, physical, motor, language and cognitive development. We believe that children of all abilities grow and develop to their full potential by having the opportunity to engage in developmentally appropriate activities, being exposed to multiple instructional approaches, interacting with peers and developing relationships with caring adults.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Siskin School's ranking?

Siskin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Siskin School?

The application deadline for Siskin School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Siskin School is located in the City Center neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TN School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 93 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chattanooga, TN is $21,353 for elementary schools and $29,011 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chattanooga, TN is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).