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37601 Tennessee Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,594 students in 37601, TN (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,554 public students). 31% of all K-12 students in 37601, TN are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 37601, TN include St. Mary's School, Western Christian Academy, and Ashley Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
71% of private schools in 37601, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Methodist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,594
  • Average Tuition: $6,840
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 18%
  • Acceptance Rate: 94%
  • % Students of Color: 14%
  • View 37601 Tennessee School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,594
  • Average Tuition: $6,840
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 18%
  • Acceptance Rate: 94%
  • % Students of Color: 14%
  • View 37601 Tennessee School Trends

Top Ranked 37601 Tennessee Private Schools (2026-27)

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Ashley Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
2615 S. Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 929-7888
(16)
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St. Mary's School
Gr: PK-8 | 164 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
2211 E Lakeview Dr
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 282-3397
(1)
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Western Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 749 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
244 Sinking Creek Rd
Elizabethton, TN 37601
(800) 868-5839
(1)
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Central Baptist Preschool And Kindergarten
Gr: K | 7 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
300 N Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 926-3696
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Munsey Kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Daycare / Preschool
201 S Roan St
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 283-6916
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Map of Munsey Preschool & Kindergarten
Munsey Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 118 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
201 E Market St
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 283-6916
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Tri-cities Christian School
Gr: PK-6 | 259 students
Christian
2423 Susannah Street
Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 323-7128
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 37601, TN?
The top ranked private schools in 37601, TN include St. Mary's School, Western Christian Academy, and Ashley Academy.
How many private schools are located in 37601?
7 private schools are located in 37601.
How diverse are private schools in 37601?
37601 private schools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average of 21%.
What percentage of students in 37601 go to private school?
31% of all K-12 students in 37601 are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 37601?
71% of private schools in 37601 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Methodist).

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