St. Jude 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 Stats (2025)

  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Jude The St. Bernard

Student Body

Total Students
344 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
St. Jude School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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
First Day of School PK, 1-8
August 07, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • 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 $20,965 for elementary schools and $26,298 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chattanooga, TN is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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