Best Tennessee Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 581 private schools serving 105,339 students in Tennessee (there are 1,907 public schools, serving 995,698 students). 10% of all K-12 students in Tennessee are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $11,512 for elementary schools and $12,185 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Tennessee include Templeton Academy - Nashville, Saint Matthew Catholic School and Presbyterian Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 19% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
69% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Tennessee Private Schools by County (2024)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
74
21,020
20%
39
10,819
19%
53
11,768
16%
11
3,257
21%
12
2,490
12%
115
23,514
14%
11
1,531
5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Tennessee?
The best top ranked private schools in Tennessee include Templeton Academy - Nashville, Saint Matthew Catholic School and Presbyterian Day School.
How many private schools are located in Tennessee?
581 private schools are located in Tennessee.
How much do private schools cost in Tennessee?
The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $11,512 for elementary schools and $12,185 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Tennessee?
Tennessee private schools are approximately 19% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Tennessee go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Tennessee are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Tennessee?
69% of private schools in Tennessee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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