Best Davidson County Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 61 private elementary schools serving 18,399 students in Davidson County, TN.
The average tuition cost is $16,624, which is higher than the Tennessee private elementary school average tuition cost of $13,549.
67% of private elementary schools in Davidson County, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 61
  • # Students Served: 18,399
  • Average Tuition: $16,624
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 22%
  • Acceptance Rate: 67%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View Davidson County, TN School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 61
  • # Students Served: 18,399
  • Average Tuition: $16,624
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 22%
  • Acceptance Rate: 67%
  • Average Class Size: 16 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View Davidson County, TN School Trends

Top Ranked Davidson County Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

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
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 Campus Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1515 Sutherland Dr
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 865-4575
Map of Madison Nazarene Christian Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 51 students
Alternative School (Church of the Nazarene)
503 Lanier Drive
Madison, TN 37115
(615) 865-2746
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Davidson County Private Elementary 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
63 Schools
# Students
18,399 Students
102,051 Students
% Average Students of Color
20%
20%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
2,192 Teachers
10,210 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
58%
55%
Average Class Size
16 students
15 students
Average Number of AP Courses
16 courses
14 courses
Average SAT score
1354
(Out of 1600)
1282
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
26

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,624
$13,549
Average Summer Program Cost
$226
$505
Average % on Financial Aid
22%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,822
$6,908
Average Acceptance Rate
67%
84%
Average Endowment Size
$53 million
$56.96 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.48
0.54
# American Indian Students
92 Students
266 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
296 Students
2,507 Students
% Asian Students
2%
2%
# Hispanic Students
396 Students
3,865 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
4%
# Black Students
1,439 Students
6,558 Students
% Black Students
8%
7%
# White Students
13,117 Students
64,135 Students
% White Students
70%
64%
# Hawaiian Students
16 Students
74 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
3,386 Students
23,359 Students
% of Others Students
18%
23%
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 elementary schools in Davidson County, TN?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Davidson County, TN include Lipscomb Academy, St. Bernard Academy, and Harpeth Hall School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Davidson County?
61 private elementary schools are located in Davidson County.
How much do private elementary schools cost in Davidson County?
The average tuition cost is $16,624, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average tuition cost of $13,549.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Davidson County?
Davidson County private elementary schools are approximately 20% minority students, which is same as the Tennessee private school average of 20%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Davidson County?
67% of private elementary schools in Davidson County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Davidson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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