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Best Tennessee Catholic Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 catholic private high schools serving 5,073 students in Tennessee. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Tennessee.
The top ranked catholic private high schools in Tennessee include St. Agnes Academy and St. Dominic School, Notre Dame High School, and Christian Brothers High School.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is same as the Tennessee private high school average acceptance rate of 88%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 5,073

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 5,073

Top Ranked Catholic Private High Schools in Tennessee (2026-27)

St. Agnes Academy and St. Dominic School Photo
St. Agnes Academy and St. Dominic School
Gr: PK-12 | 775 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 66
Catholic
4830 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
(7)
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Christian Brothers High School Photo
Christian Brothers High School
Gr: 9-12 | 735 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 38
All-boys (Catholic)
5900 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 261-4900
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Father Ryan High School Photo
Father Ryan High School
Gr: 9-12 | 863 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 20
Catholic
700 Norwood Drive
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 383-4200
(1)
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Knoxville Catholic High School Photo
Knoxville Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
9245 Fox Lonas Rd
Knoxville, TN 37923
(865) 560-0313
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Notre Dame High School Photo
Notre Dame High School
Gr: 9-12 | 393 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 26
Catholic
2701 Vermont Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 624-4618
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Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School Photo
Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School
Gr: 6-12 | 722 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
117 Caldwell Dr
Hendersonville, TN 37075
(615) 822-2375
(12)
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St. Cecilia Academy Photo
St. Cecilia Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 259 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 34
All-girls (Catholic)
4210 Harding Pike
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 298-4525
(2)
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Map of St. Henry Elementary School
St. Henry Elementary School
Gr: K-9 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
6401 Harding Rd
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 352-1328
(5)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private high schools in Tennessee?
The top ranked catholic private high schools in Tennessee include St. Agnes Academy and St. Dominic School, Notre Dame High School, and Christian Brothers High School.
How many catholic private high schools are located in Tennessee?
8 catholic private high schools are located in Tennessee.
How diverse are catholic private high schools in Tennessee?
Tennessee catholic private high schools are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average of 20%.
8
Private Schools
5,073
Students
$18,178
Avg. Tuition
16%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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