Best Davidson County Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 77 private schools serving 20,863 students in Davidson County, TN (there are 177 public schools, serving 84,481 public students). 21% of all K-12 students are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
The average tuition cost is $16,367, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average tuition cost of $13,448.
60% of private schools in Davidson County, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 77
  • # Students Served: 20,863
  • Average Tuition: $16,367
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 22%
  • Acceptance Rate: 70%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View Davidson County, TN School Trends

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 77
  • # Students Served: 20,863
  • Average Tuition: $16,367
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 22%
  • Acceptance Rate: 70%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View Davidson County, TN School Trends

Top Ranked Davidson County Private Schools (2026)

The Ensworth School Photo
Gr: K-12 | 1,261 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 22
211 Ensworth Place
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 383-0661
(3)
St. Paul Christian Academy Photo
Gr: PK-6 | 433 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 11
Christian
5033 Hillsboro Road
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 269-4751
(1)
Akiva School Photo
Gr: K-6 | 102 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Specialized Curriculum (Jewish)
809 Percy Warner Blvd
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 356-1880
(5)
Benton Hall Academy Photo
Gr: 3-12 | 57 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3
Special Education School
5555 Franklin Pike
Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 791-6467
(3)
Map of Christ Presbyterian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,141 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16
Presbyterian
2323A Old Hickory Blvd
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 373-9550
Christ The King School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 253 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
Catholic
3105 Belmont Blvd
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 292-9465
The Covenant School Photo
Gr: NS-6 | 211 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 6
Presbyterian
33 Burton Hills Blvd
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 467-2313
(14)
Davidson Academy Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 780 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
1414 W. Old Hickory Blvd
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 860-5300
(9)
Map of Donelson Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 654 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 18
Christian
300 Danyacrest Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 577-1203
Ezell-harding Christian School Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 361 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 1
Church of Christ
574 Bell Road
Antioch, TN 37013
(615) 367-0532
Father Ryan High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 863 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 20
Catholic
700 Norwood Drive
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 383-4200
(1)
Franklin Road Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 24
4700 Franklin Pike
Nashville, TN 37220
(615) 832-8845
(6)
Map of Goodpasture Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 974 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 7
Church of Christ
619 W Due West Avenue
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 868-2600
Harding Academy Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
170 Windsor Drive
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 356-5510
(11)
Harpeth Hall School Photo
Gr: 5-12 | 729 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17
All-girls
3801 Hobbs Road
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 297-9543
Holy Rosary Academy Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
190 Graylynn Dr
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 883-1108
Map of Jesus Only Academy
Gr: PK-9 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Pentecostal
324 Glenrose Ave
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 242-6216
Lighthouse Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 452 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 17
Christian
5100 Blue Hole Rd
Antioch, TN 37013
(615) 331-6286
(3)
Lipscomb Academy Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 1,420 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 31
Church of Christ
3901 Granny White Pike
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 966-1600
(3)
Map of Madison Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students
Seventh Day Adventist
100 Academy Rd
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 865-4055
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Davidson County Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Cedarcreek Schoolhouse Academy
Gr: K-12 | 338 students
2803 Foster Ave Ste 101
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 333-0405
(1)
Map of Greater Nashville Junior Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 80 students
Seventh Day Adventist
3307 Brick Church Pike
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 227-5797
Map of Nashville Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students
Alternative School (Christian)
127 Rader Dr
Antioch, TN 37013
(615) 279-6310
Map of Park Avenue Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Baptist
4300 Park Ave
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 383-9681
Map of Stones River Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students
All-boys
279 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 921-9310
Map of Woodbine Christian Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students
Baptist
2204 Foster Avenue
Nashville, TN 37210
(615) 254-7588

Overview

Category
This State (TN)
US
# Schools
81 Schools
# Students
20,863 Students
113,514 Students
% Average Students of Color
20%
21%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
2,387 Teachers
11,154 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
55%
Average Class Size
16 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
20 courses
15 courses
Average SAT score
1354
(Out of 1600)
1274
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
26

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,367
$13,448
Average Summer Program Cost
$226
$472
Average % on Financial Aid
22%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,834
$6,704
Average Acceptance Rate
70%
84%
Average Endowment Size
$54.38 million
$56.41 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.51
0.56
# American Indian Students
100 Students
307 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
438 Students
2,796 Students
% Asian Students
2%
3%
# Hispanic Students
534 Students
4,321 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
4%
# Black Students
1,515 Students
7,090 Students
% Black Students
7%
6%
# White Students
14,215 Students
68,608 Students
% White Students
67%
61%
# Hawaiian Students
21 Students
87 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
4,383 Students
28,626 Students
% of Others Students
21%
26%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Davidson County, TN?
The top ranked private schools in Davidson County, TN include Lipscomb Academy, Montgomery Bell Academy, and Harpeth Hall School.
How many private schools are located in Davidson County?
77 private schools are located in Davidson County.
How much do private schools cost in Davidson County?
The average tuition cost is $16,367, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average tuition cost of $13,448.
How diverse are private schools in Davidson County?
Davidson County private schools are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average of 21%.
What percentage of students in Davidson County go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in Davidson County are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Davidson County?
60% of private schools in Davidson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Davidson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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