The Collegiate School Of Memphis (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

The Collegiate School Of Memphis is a co–ed private school serving grades 6 through 12 in a large city setting in Memphis, TN. Established in 2008, the school enrolls approximately 350 students with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 supported by 27 teachers.
The school has a Christian orientation with other religious affiliation and is located in the Memphis neighborhood of The Heights.
Annual tuition for the 6–12 grade school is $12,950, which is below the Memphis average tuition for high schools.
The student body is diverse, with 96.4% of students representing students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% for diversity in Tennessee private schools.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked TN School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 350 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Collegiate School Of Memphis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	The Collegiate School Of Memphis
6	48
7	54
8	52
9	57
10	48
11	43
12	48

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Grade 9 has 57 students and is the largest grade, slightly above Grades 6, 10, and 12 at 48.

Year Founded

2008

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School Motto

Preparing young ladies and gentlemen for college success within a highly structured, nurturing, Christian environment.

Student Body

Total Students

350 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
Tennessee Association of Independent Schools (TAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

College Acceptance Rate

100%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Collegiate School Of Memphis's ranking?

The Collegiate School Of Memphis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Collegiate School Of Memphis?

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

In what neighborhood is The Collegiate School Of Memphis located?

The Collegiate School Of Memphis is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other private schools located in The Heights.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Memphis, TN is $13,134 for elementary schools and $15,135 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Memphis, TN is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).