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Best 37404 Tennessee Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,691 students in 37404, TN (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,311 public students). 34% of all K-12 students in 37404, TN are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 37404, TN include Notre Dame High School, McCallie School, and Orange Grove Center.
The average acceptance rate is 73%, which is lower than the Tennessee private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
50% of private schools in 37404, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 37404 Tennessee Private Schools (2026)

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McCallie School
Gr: 6-12 | 994 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 94
All-boys (Christian)
500 Dodds Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 624-8300
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Notre Dame High School
Gr: 9-12 | 393 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 26
Catholic
2701 Vermont Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 624-4618
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Map of Orange Grove Center
Orange Grove Center
Gr: Inquire with school | 46 students
Special Education School
615 Derby St
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 629-1451
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Montessori School
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
300 Montessori Way
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 622-6366
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 37404, TN?
The top ranked private schools in 37404, TN include Notre Dame High School, McCallie School, and Orange Grove Center.
How many private schools are located in 37404?
4 private schools are located in 37404.
What percentage of students in 37404 go to private school?
34% of all K-12 students in 37404 are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 37404?
50% of private schools in 37404 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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