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37421 Tennessee Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,940 students in 37421, TN (there are 6 public schools, serving 3,641 public students). 35% of all K-12 students in 37421, TN are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 37421, TN include Grace Baptist Academy, Standifer Gap Sda School, and Silverdale Baptist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
86% of private schools in 37421, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,940
  • Average Tuition: $10,593
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 28%
  • Acceptance Rate: 92%
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 11%
  • View 37421 Tennessee School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,940
  • Average Tuition: $10,593
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 28%
  • Acceptance Rate: 92%
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 11%
  • View 37421 Tennessee School Trends

Top Ranked 37421 Tennessee Private Schools (2026-27)

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Grace Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 543 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 8
Baptist
7815 Shallowford Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-8224
(4)
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Silverdale Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 965 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 12
Baptist
7236 Bonny Oaks Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-2319
(3)
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Standifer Gap Sda School
Gr: K-8 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Seventh Day Adventist
8255 Standifer Gap Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-6013
(2)
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Annoor Academy Of Chattanooga
Gr: PK-8 | 61 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School (Islamic)
2533 Gunbarrel Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 894-1637
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Hickory Valley Christian School
Gr: PK-5 | 101 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Christian
6605 Shallowford Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 894-3200
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Parkridge Valley Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 55 students
2200 Morris Hill Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 499-2391
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St. Nicholas School
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 10
Episcopal
7525 Min Tom Dr
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 899-1999
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37421, Tennessee Private Schools (Closed)

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Hamilton Christian School
Gr: PK-10 | 312 students
Christian
7122 Lee Highway
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 894-6954
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 37421, TN?
The top ranked private schools in 37421, TN include Grace Baptist Academy, Standifer Gap Sda School, and Silverdale Baptist Academy.
How many private schools are located in 37421?
7 private schools are located in 37421.
How diverse are private schools in 37421?
37421 private schools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average of 21%.
What percentage of students in 37421 go to private school?
35% of all K-12 students in 37421 are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 37421?
86% of private schools in 37421 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

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