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St. Jude School

5.00 (1 review)
930 Ashland Ter
Chattanooga, TN 37415
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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)

  • 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)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960

Student Body

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

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
14 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,000
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Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Jude The St. Bernard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • 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)

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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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