Tates School

At Tate's School our mission is fourfold. First, we strive to create a strongly affirmative environment where students feel safe and supported as we embolden them to challenge themselves and take educational risks.
Second, we work together to make our curriculum effective and sequential, aiming always to make learning as meaningful for each young person as we possibly can.
Third, we select talented, enthusiastic teachers and provide them with the support and training that they need to develop professionally.
Finally, we embrace our students with a sense of belonging, stimulating lessons, body-brain compatable activities,and continuous opportunities to expand their knowledge about and understanding of their world.
At Tate's School, we promise to provide your child with a safe, nurturing environment that will challenge your child intellectually, inspire your child creatively, educate your child culturally, and enrich your child emotionally.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1968

Student Body

Total Students
226 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Tates School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Tates School?
The application deadline for Tates School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tates School located?
Tates School is located in the Cedar Bluff neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 5 other private schools located in Cedar Bluff.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Knoxville, TN is $7,888 for elementary schools and $8,629 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Knoxville, TN is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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