St. Jude School

930 Ashland Ter Chattanooga, TN 37415
www.mysjs.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 344 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,000
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • St. Jude School provides a Christian academic environment which develops spiritual, compassionate and responsible students who will impact their community and the world.
  • The philosophy of St. Jude is to provide the students with a knowledge and love of God thus creating an atmosphere that offers the best opportunity for Catholic religious training and the best opportunity for a quality academic education.
  • The highest degree of academic excellence is the goal for each student.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 344 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,000
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Jude School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1960

Student Body

Total Students
344 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
14 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

Sports

School Mascot
Jude The St. Bernard

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Jude School cost?
St. Jude School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.
What is St. Jude School's ranking?
St. Jude School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Jude School?
The application deadline for St. Jude School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 16, 2026 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in Chattanooga, TN is $22,120 for elementary schools and $29,591 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chattanooga, TN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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