Boyd Buchanan School Photo

Best Chattanooga Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 18 private preschools serving 6,439 students in Chattanooga, TN.
The top-ranked private preschools in Chattanooga, TN include Belvoir Christian Academy, Brainerd Baptist School, and Boyd Buchanan School.
The average tuition cost is $12,197, which is higher than the Tennessee private preschool average tuition cost of $11,942.
72% of private preschools in Chattanooga, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Top-Ranked Chattanooga Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Chattanooga Christian School
Chattanooga Christian School Photo - Over the past decade, we've invested more than 20 million dollars in our 55+ acre campus to create spaces designed for life and learning and to increase a sense of belonging. This includes the construction of new facilities like a dedicated Lower School STEM Room as well as repurposed facilities like Upper School Science Labs and student spaces.
(Christian)
(2)
3354 Charger Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37409
(423) 265-6411
Gr: PK-12 | 1,386 student Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Belvoir Christian Academy
Belvoir Christian Academy Photo - Belvoir Christian Academy - Serving Infants - 8th Grade
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(4)
800 Belvoir Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 622-3755
Gr: NS-8 | 196 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Boyd Buchanan School
Boyd Buchanan School Photo
(Church of Christ)
4650 Buccaneer Trail
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(706) 270-3108
Gr: PK-12 | 1,052 student Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Brainerd Baptist School
(Christian)
4107 Mayfair Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 622-3873
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
The Bright School
The Bright School Photo
(2)
1950 McDade Lane
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 267-8546
Gr: NS-5 | 356 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Grace Baptist Academy
Grace Baptist Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(2)
7815 Shallowford Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-8224
Gr: PK-12 | 437 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo
(Catholic)
(6)
505 South Moore Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412
(423) 622-1481
Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Jude School
(Catholic)
(1)
930 Ashland Ter
Chattanooga, TN 37415
(423) 877-6022
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Silverdale Baptist Academy
Silverdale Baptist Academy Photo - 2018 State Softball Champions!
(Baptist)
(3)
7236 Bonny Oaks Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 892-2319
Gr: PK-12 | 965 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Siskin School
Special Education School
1101 Carter Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(423) 648-1761
Gr: PK-3 | 93 students
Annoor Academy Of Chattanooga
Montessori School (Islamic)
2533 Gunbarrel Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 894-1637
Gr: PK-8 | 61 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Calvary Christian School
Calvary Christian School Photo - Our Andrews Annex that holds our 3rd grade to 12th grade classes.
(Baptist)
4601 North Ter
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 622-2181
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hickory Valley Christian School
Hickory Valley Christian School Photo - At HVCS, we are dedicated to nurturing children from Pre-K through 5th grade. We warmly welcome families seeking a place where their children can grow spiritually, intellectually, and socially. In our close-knit community, your child will be seen, valued, and loved, with a supportive environment that provides all the tools needed to build a strong foundation.
(Christian)
6605 Shallowford Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 894-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 107 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Marty's Center
Special Education School
4519 Brainerd Road
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 805-3025
Gr: PK | 18 students
Montessori School
Montessori School
300 Montessori Way
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 622-6366
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
St. Nicholas School
St. Nicholas School Photo - St. Nicholas School is a private elementary Episcopal school in Chattanooga, Tennessee for preschool through fifth grade. Our outstanding preschool and elementary education, after school enrichment classes, comprehensive summer camp, and year round gardening programs faithfully follow our Mission and Core Values which guide everything we do.
(Episcopal)
7525 Min Tom Dr
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 899-1999
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Peter's Episcopal School
St. Peter's Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(4)
848 Ashland Ter
Chattanooga, TN 37415
(423) 870-1794
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Signal Center - Chattanooga
Special Education School
109 N Germantown Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37411
(423) 698-8528
Gr: PK | 90 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Chattanooga, Tennessee Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2809 13th Ave
Chattanooga, TN 37407
(423) 752-4001
Gr: 2-8 | 9 students
7122 Lee Highway
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 894-6954
Gr: PK-10 | 312 students

Overview

This Town (Chattanooga)
This State (TN)
# Schools
18 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
6,439 Students
76,713 Students
% Average Students of Color
13%
18%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
656 Teachers
7,343 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
52%
Average Class Size
14 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
18 courses
14 courses
Average SAT score
1259
(Out of 1600)
1265
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
26

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,197
$11,942
Average Summer Program Cost
$898
$419
Average % on Financial Aid
32%
22%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,000
$3,419
Average Acceptance Rate
85%
84%
Average Endowment Size
$17.5 million
$20.73 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.47
0.57
# American Indian Students
13 Students
98 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
148 Students
1,556 Students
% Asian Students
2%
2%
# Hispanic Students
176 Students
1,883 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
2%
# Black Students
297 Students
4,155 Students
% Black Students
5%
6%
# White Students
4,517 Students
43,475 Students
% White Students
70%
58%
# Hawaiian Students
4 Students
44 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,303 Students
24,039 Students
% of Others Students
20%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
11 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
9 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Chattanooga, TN?
The top-ranked private preschools in Chattanooga, TN include Belvoir Christian Academy, Brainerd Baptist School, and Boyd Buchanan School.
How many private preschools are located in Chattanooga?
18 private preschools are located in Chattanooga.
How much do private preschools cost in Chattanooga?
The average tuition cost is $12,197, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average tuition cost of $11,942.
How diverse are private preschools in Chattanooga?
Chattanooga private preschools are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average of 18%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Chattanooga?
72% of private preschools in Chattanooga are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
Which private preschools in Chattanooga are often viewed compared to one another?

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