For the 2024 school year, there are 576 private schools serving 103,375 students in Tennessee (there are 1,907 public schools, serving 995,698 students). 9% 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 $11,474 for elementary schools and $12,105 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Tennessee include Montgomery Bell Academy, University School Of Nashville and Memphis University School.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 19% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top Ranked Tennessee Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: East Memphis (8 schools), Green Hills (8 schools), Cedar Bluff (6 schools), Midtown (5 schools), Midtown (5 schools).
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Tennessee?
The best top ranked private schools in Tennessee include Montgomery Bell Academy, University School Of Nashville and Memphis University School.
How many private schools are located in Tennessee?
576 private schools are located in Tennessee.
How much do private schools cost in Tennessee?
The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $11,474 for elementary schools and $12,105 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?
9% of all K-12 students in Tennessee are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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