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Tennessee All-Girls Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 all-girls private schools serving 3,382 students in Tennessee.

The all-girls private schools in Tennessee include Harpeth Hall School, Girls Preparatory School, and St. Mary's Episcopal School.

The average acceptance rate is 71%, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average acceptance rate of 85%.

53% of all-girls private schools in Tennessee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

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Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 15
# Students Served: 3,382

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 15
# Students Served: 3,382

Tennessee All-Girls Private School Trends

Private Schools

3,382

Students

$32,575

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

18%

Students of Color

8:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked all-girls private schools in Tennessee?

The all-girls private schools in Tennessee include Harpeth Hall School, Girls Preparatory School, and St. Mary's Episcopal School.

How many all-girls private schools are located in Tennessee?

15 all-girls private schools are located in Tennessee.

How diverse are all-girls private schools in Tennessee?

Tennessee all-girls private schools are approximately 18% minority students, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average of 21%.

What percentage of all-girls private schools are religiously affiliated in Tennessee?

53% of all-girls private schools in Tennessee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

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