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Best Tennessee Private High Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 26 private high schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 19,131 students in Tennessee. You can also find more schools membership associations in Tennessee.

The private high schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Tennessee include Harpeth Hall School, Lipscomb Academy, and St. Mary's Episcopal School.

The average tuition cost is $31,587, which is higher than the Tennessee private high school average tuition cost of $14,756.

50% of private high schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Tennessee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

The Ensworth School Photo - In the Lower School, classroom teachers and enrichment teachers work together to engage students in active learning where questions and curiosity are encouraged. Students are introduced to fundamental content and Core Skills that they will continue to develop throughout their Ensworth experience, laying a solid foundation for a lifetime of learning.

Currey Ingram Academy Photo - This is the east side of Jennifer & Billy Frist Hall as seen from the fields behind the Lower School.

St. Agnes Academy and St. Dominic School Photo - Teachers foster meaningful connections and offer support so every student feels a sense of belonging.

Hutchison School Photo - At Hutchison, girls discover the joy of learning.

Montgomery Bell Academy Photo - Montgomery Bell Academy's 146th Commencement

Concord Christian School Photo - These Seniors are happy to be back on their last first day of school.

McCallie School Photo - McCallie offers hundreds of weekend activities all year long, from intramural sports on campus to out-of-town trips to concerts, sporting events, and outdoor activities. No matter what you're interested in, McCallie has an activity to match it.

Lipscomb Academy Photo - At Lipscomb Academy, the Endeavor Program empowers students to reach new heights through innovative, hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. With a flexible schedule, students can tailor their learning to fit their individual needs and interests, ensuring they thrive both academically and personally.

St. Mary's Episcopal School Photo - Each girl's program of study is as unique as she is. Every year, we meet one-on-one with each girl and her family to discuss course options that best fit her interests, goals, and extracurricular life.

Baylor School Photo - Baylor's 690-acre campus is located on the Tennessee River and surrounded by mountains.

Memphis University School Photo - Founded in 1893, Memphis University School provides an exceptional education for boys in grades 7-12.

Harpeth Hall School Photo - The Harpeth Hall student is an independent thinker, a thoughtful risk-taker, a problem solver, a clarion voice, an authentic spirit, and an empathetic friend.

Brentwood Academy Photo - Seniors gather off campus at the start of the school year for a time of prayer and planning as they choose scripture, themes, and service projects as they prepare to lead.

Battle Ground Academy Photo - Middle School Art

St. Andrew's-sewanee School Photo - One of the South's Most Beautiful High Schools, as chosen by Southern Living magazine, the school's 550-acre campus, including forests, bluffs and two lakes, offers abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. A school farm, on-going wetlands study, and LEED Gold science building are just a few of the ways our campus also serves as learning lab.

St. George's Independent School Photo - St. George's believes in nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. Our curriculum is designed to help students develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and behaviors necessary to initiate and maintain lifelong participation in wellness activities.

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