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The Webb School

For over 155 years, The Webb School has provided challenging academics with an emphasis on morals and values in a family-like setting.
It is a place where young adults are not just expected to learn - they are encouraged to lead, as The Webb School promotes independent thinking, creative initiative, personal integrity and civic responsibility.
The community, including an average class size of 13, inspires lifelong connections while fostering individual growth.
Students from more than 20 countries and a dozen states allow for a global experience in Middle Tennessee that shapes students into engaged citizens of the world.
The result: stronger, more confident thinkers, makers and doers who are prepared for college and life.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $27,000
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Webb School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Dyslexia, ADD, ADHD
Year Founded
1870
Colors
Navy Blue, Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
Campus Size
150

Student Body

Total Students
426 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
The Webb School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Economics
AP EnglishAP European History
AP Physics (Electromagnetism)AP Physics (Mechanics)
AP StatisticsAP U.S. History
Honors AlgebraHonors Algebra II
Honors BiologyHonors Chemistry
Honors French IIIHonors French IV
Honors French VHonors Geometry
Honors Integrated ScienceHonors Latin III
Honors Latin IVHonors Physics
Honors Pre-AlgebraHonors Pre-Calculus
Honors Spanish IIIHonors Spanish IV
Honors Spanish VHonors U.S. History II
Honors World HistoryHonors World History II
Average SAT score
1320
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition (Boarding Int. students): $57,100 Tuition (Day Middle students): $24,900; Tuition (Day Upper students): $27,000
% on Financial Aid
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Alex Winnicker
Application URL
Endowment Size
$45 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
29 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Book ClubDiversity Club
Ecology ClubFishing Club
FOCUSFrench Club
Habitat for HumanityHonor Council
Interact Club (Service Club)Japanese Club
Latin ClubMath Counts
Mountain BikingPrefect Council
Quiz Bowl TeamSchool Newspaper
School YearbookSon Will Society
Spanish ClubString Ensemble
Student GovernmentThe Webb Players (drama)
Thespian SocietyTrap/Skeet
Tutoring ClubUltimate Frisbee
Webb MasalaYoung Democrats
Young Republicans

School Notes

  • School Motto: Do Nothing on the Sly
  • School Mascot: Feet
  • Honor and Character: The hallmark of a Webb education is our emphasis on honor and personal integrity. Our 155 year old Honor Code, the inspiration for the Honor Code at Princeton, is the framework in which students grow into principled young adults. Our students take pride in upholding this tradition by signing the pledge book each year and electing members of a student-led Honor Council. Emerging Voices Program: Writing across the curriculum and public speaking are major emphases at The Webb School. Through our Emerging Voices Program, students learn to create original ideas, assemble a body of research, and communicate those ideas effectively through writing and public speaking. Students showcase their skills each year by performing declamations, orations, performance creations and senior paper presentations. These exhibitions are developed and completed under the mentorship of the students' advisors and other members of the community. Our goal is to create confident contributors in the classroom and beyond. Outdoor Program: Webb`s Outerlimits and Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development (WILD) programs combine the classroom with the outdoors. Our 150-acre campus is thriving with the spirit of a well-rounded education. Students develop leadership skills and confidence as they navigate our high ropes course and lead trips into the surrounding area. Rock climbing, caving, backpacking, kayaking, and rafting are just some of the activities students can master during their tenure at Webb. Global Education: A mindful, global education is built into the very fabric of the curriculum at The Webb School and reflects a continuing commitment to graduating active citizens of the world. Students from 16 different countries and 11 different states endow Webb with a unique and diverse community. Each class, each activity, and each meal is an opportunity for students to authentically connect with each other and expand their viewpoint. With a legacy of service and graduates who are active in the global marketplace, Webb impacts the world.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Vermont Royster - Editor of The Wall Street Journal, winner of two Pulitzer Prizes and the Presidential Medal of Freedom
    • Charles Alexander - International Editor for TIME Magazine
    • Fielding Lewis Wright - Governor of Mississippi
    • Lewis Branscomb - President of Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government
    • Ingram Macklin Stainback - First Governor of Hawaii
    • Prentice Cooper - Governor of Tennessee
    • Frank Constatine - Chief of Opthamalic surgery at the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
    • Edwin Davis - Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission
    • Edward W. Carmack - U.S. Senator
    • Wayne Rogers - Movie and Television actor, portrayed Trapper John on M*A*S*H TV series; investment analyst for FOX News network
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Webb School cost?
The Webb School's tuition is approximately $27,000 for private students.
What schools are The Webb School often compared to?
The Webb School is often viewed alongside schools like Victory Baptist Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from The Webb School?
The Webb School famous alumni include: Vermont Royster, Charles Alexander, Fielding Lewis Wright, Lewis Branscomb, Ingram Macklin Stainback, Prentice Cooper, Frank Constatine, Edwin Davis, Edward W. Carmack and Wayne Rogers.
What sports does The Webb School offer?
The Webb School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Marksmanship, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is The Webb School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for The Webb School?
The application deadline for The Webb School is Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (13 reviews)
5  
Webb School is a school with many diverse students and cultures represented. We have been part of the Webb School for 6 years with boys. If you look at the published material, they accept students at Webb into almost every school in the country including the top Ivy League Universities. Webb is well known internationally. University acceptance committees are well aware of the caliber of students that graduate at Webb and realize the students work hard for their grades without the benefit of grade inflation. Our kids had their ups and downs, but they will also say it was worth it and they would not change anything. Sports have been hit or miss, depending on the year and makeup of the team. The teachers are mostly very involved and promote individual creativity and foster critical thinking. The network of alumni has been very helpful as they look for internships and opportunities at various universities. Overall, I give this school a rating 5 stars!
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5  
Webb School builds scholars through the strong tradition of honesty, integrity, honor and respect. The school embraces the individuality of each student and caters to each student`s strengths. It has a wonderful, in-depth focus on academics, athletics and the arts. The small-town setting is unique and plays a huge role in the creation of an exceptional sense of community where lifelong friendships are formed. It is truly a hidden gem. I am proud to have graduated from Webb in 1980. It was a gift to have been able to attend such a fine institution.
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5  
The Webb School is a unique and special place! Webb is known for the beautiful campus and challenging academics, but the high standards for each child's character, independence and personal development are what make Webb so special. I would recommend Webb to all parents seeking a well-rounded education for their child.
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5  
The school is located in the middle of nowhere. Perfect for minds to grow without a lot of outside interference. The staff are wonderful, caring, and amazing! If you are looking for a school which fosters Independence in preparation for college you have the right school!
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5  
My son has been a Webb student for 2 years and so far his experience has been very positive. He has been very challenged academically, which has made him develop good study habits and discipline. The Webb staff is very cordial and readily available, and the teachers are well prepared and accessible. The school promotes an environment of integrity and character building. I highly recommend this school.
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5  
We love Webb! The small class sizes and family feel to the school have really helped our daughter be successful. They really push her to be the best she can be. The teachers and staff are very helpful and are always attentive and responsive to questions or suggestions. I would highly recommend The Webb School to anyone looking for a place that teaches good core values along with strong academic programs.
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5  
Webb is a wonderfully warm, academically challenging, but supportive family environment. It's amazing how much everyone really cares about the full development of each student. It's an awesome school!
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5  
Webb School is an awesome school and is well worth the investment into our daughter. With the international students attending she gets exposed to other cultures and ideas. No Common Core here!! The education is second to none! and she is learning how to be an upstanding citizen.
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5  
The Webb School has been a wonderful experience for our daughter. As a boarder, she has gained time management skills as well as self confidence. The faculty and staff hold a high bar for the students while still being very approachable and nurturing.
- Posted by
5  
perfect teachers and stuff, excellent students,rich sports activities,timely communication systems
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5  
My child has formed amazing relationships with her teachers. It's wonderful to see how caring and supportive they are!
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5  
Everyone is aware of Webb's outstanding academic reputation, but the culture is equally important to us. Within three weeks of starting her freshman year at Webb, our daughter had become noticeably more independent and responsible. Every time I visit Webb I am struck by their particular brand of student: well-spoken, comfortable in their own skin, interested, respectful . . . in a word: mature. Webb students talk to adults openly and respectfully as peers. Teens at Webb are coached to take care of their own responsibilities and own up to their failures. They have enormous access to the time and attention of the many, many wonderful faculty and administration on campus because the student-teacher ratio is so low. Webb knows how to "do" boarding school exceedingly well, and the day students benefit from this environment too. I feel very thankful that my daughter has four years of important development in this setting.
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5  
I love this school for our boys! Individuality, self-esteem, respect, and creativity are all emphasized here. I also love the crazy amount of diversity at Webb! My boys have amazing friends from South Korea, Germany, Russia, and more.
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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $27,000
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,584 for elementary schools and $14,761 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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