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Normal Park Museum Magnet School

1219 WEST MISSISSIPPI AVE CHATTANOOGA TN 37405

About Normal Park Museum Magnet School

Normal Park Museum Magnet School is one of Tennessee’s most innovative Elementary Schools, known for its integration of museum-based learning with strong academics. It supports grades PK-8, and it has a 15:1 student- teacher ratio to create an engaging and personalized learning environment. With about 52% proficiency in math and 55% in reading, Normal Park is routinely in the top 20% of all public schools in Tennessee.

The program is themed around real world learning in partnership with various Museums and field experiences, which engage student’s curiosity and develop critical thinking. Families love the community atmosphere, creative projects, and hands on style of learning. The median home value in the Northshore area of Chattanooga, where Normal Park is located, is approximately $321,000, reflecting the area's growth in popularity. Normal Park represents Excellence in academics and innovation among Elementary Schools in Tennessee.

Normal Park Museum Magnet School Contact Information

Address

1219 WEST MISSISSIPPI AVE CHATTANOOGA TN 37405

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Phone

(423) 498-6880

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%
Reading 55%
State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 55% in Reading.
53
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
840
Total Students
$62963
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 112 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Normal Park Museum Magnet School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 68.8%
Asian 1.1%
Hispanic 6.2%
Black 16.1%
Two+ Races 7.8%
Native Am. 0%
White
68.8%
Asian
1.1%
Hispanic
6.2%
Black
16.1%
Two+ Races
7.8%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 840
48.4%
407 Female
51.6%
433 Male

Student Population

840 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

412 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Normal Park Museum Magnet School highlighted one of its students as recognition in the essay contest of Hamilton County D.A.R.E. which earned him the award of best D.A.R.E. Essay.

FAQ

Q1: Are there after-school programs at Normal Park Museum Magnet School?

A: Normal Park Museum Magnet School, offer free after-school programs that provide fun activities, offer homework assistance, and allow for free play time for children whose parents work.


Q2: Besides class time, what can my child do?

A: Your child can participate in art, music, science clubs, and projects for the museum or school. All of these opportunities allow children to express their creativity, work as a team with classmates, and learn through experience.


Q3: Can my child come early and stay later than the regular hours?

A: Yes! Normal Park Museum Magnet School offer before- and after-school care that includes more learning opportunities and fun activities for all children.


Q4: What do I need to do for my kid to register?

A: Please plan to enroll your child bringing your child’s birth certificate, proof of residency, shot records, and previous school records if applicable.


Q5: What technology do the students use in the classroom?

A: The students will frequently use tablets, computers, smartboards and various educational applications to support learning across all subjects - including science projects, technology projects, engineering and math as well as online resources.


Q6. How can I find the best middle near my neighborhood in Tennessee?

A. Parents can compare academic performance here.


Q7. What are the highest-performing high schools in Tennessee ?

A. You can check highest-performing high schools in Tennessee here.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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