If you do come to Chattanooga I would suggest requesting housing outside the City Limits because of the schools. Unfortunately the further from the city the more expensive the rent. There is plenty to choose from in all price ranges. Pre-Schools are also abundant. Chattanooga hosts a multitude of Private Christian Schools.
Many children attend the private schools.
Chattanooga also has several Magnet Schools. We have a Liberal Arts School, and Arts and Science School, a 21st Century Preparatory School, and there are four more in the works as funding has just become available for them. These schools are also very full. The waiting lists are horrendous and unless you are able to get in for Kindergarten or have a sibling already attending it is virtually impossible to receive entrance in. The state lacks the funding to properly maintain the school system.