Brentwood Academy Photo - Seniors gather off campus at the start of the school year for a time of prayer and planning as they choose scripture, themes, and service projects as they prepare to lead.

Best Brentwood Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 2,179 students in Brentwood, TN (there are 14 public schools, serving 12,088 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Brentwood, TN are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in Brentwood, TN include Brentwood Academy, Currey Ingram Academy, and Montessori Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
43% of private schools in Brentwood, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of Christ).

Top Ranked Brentwood Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Currey Ingram Academy
Currey Ingram Academy Photo - This is the east side of Jennifer & Billy Frist Hall as seen from the fields behind the Lower School.
Special Education School
(1)
6544 Murray Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 507-3242
Gr: PK-12 | 445 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Brentwood Academy
Brentwood Academy Photo - An emphasis is placed on service as students serve the community in organized groups throughout the year.
(Christian)
(3)
219 Granny White Pike
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 523-0611
Gr: 6-12 | 770 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Academy
Montessori School
(1)
100 Montessori Dr.
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 833-3610
Gr: NS-12 | 314 students Extracurrculars: 11
Brentwood United Methodist Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
309 Franklin Rd
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 373-2523
Gr: K-1 | 154 students
Gateway Academy At The Learning Lab
Alternative School
5500 Maryland Way Ste 110
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 321-7272
Gr: 3-12 | 33 students
Otter Creek Kindergarten & Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Church of Christ)
409 Franklin Rd
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 373-0282
Gr: PK-K | 189 students
Primrose School Of Brentwood
Daycare / Preschool
5320 Maryland Way
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 370-8305
Gr: PK-K | 274 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Brentwood, TN?
The top ranked private schools in Brentwood, TN include Brentwood Academy, Currey Ingram Academy, and Montessori Academy.
How many private schools are located in Brentwood?
7 private schools are located in Brentwood.
How diverse are private schools in Brentwood?
Brentwood private schools are approximately 41% minority students, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average of 20%.
What percentage of students in Brentwood go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Brentwood are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Brentwood?
43% of private schools in Brentwood are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of Christ).

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