Best Tennessee Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 3,492 students located throughout Tennessee.
Baylor School
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School
McCallie School
The King's Academy
Currey Ingram Academy
The Webb School

Top Tennessee Boarding Schools (2026)

Baylor School Photo - Baylor School is situated on 690 acres along the Tennessee River.
Gr: 9-12 | 6-12 (day) | 1,050 students
Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Acceptance rate: 40%
Tuition listed
171 Baylor School Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405
(423) 267-5902
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Currey Ingram Academy Photo - Aerial view of Currey Ingram's 83-acre campus.
Gr: 9-12, PG | PK-12, PG (day) | 433 students
Student-teacher ratio: 4.5:1
Avg. class size: 7 students
Tuition listed
6544 Murray Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 507-3173
The King's Academy Photo - 65-Acres located in the foothills of The Great Smoky Mountains.
Gr: 7-12 | PK-12 (day) | 400 students
Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 95%
Tuition listed
Tennessee Baptist Convention
202 Smothers Road
Seymour, TN 37865
(865) 573-8321
(3)
McCallie School Photo - The College Counseling office works with our students to help them find the best college fit for them and to make sure they are best prepared for the application and the financial aid processes.
Gr: 9-12, PG | 6-12, PG (day) | 994 students
Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Avg. class size: 14 students
Acceptance rate: 60%
Tuition listed
All-boys (Christian)
500 Dodds Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 624-8300
(3)
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School Photo - Founded in 1868, St. Andrew's-Sewanee and its students enjoy many long held traditions like the Morning Watch, ringing the Chapel Bells after a victory, Creative Expression Assemblies, Winterim, and the International Flag Ceremony. Recent additions include the Tri-Tree Competition, the pancake race, and the Blessing of the Animals.
Gr: 7-12 | 6-12 (day) | 210 students
Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 83%
Tuition listed
Episcopal
290 Quintard Rd.
Sewanee, TN 37375
(931) 598-5651
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The Webb School Photo
Gr: 7-12 | 6-12 (day) | 405 students
Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Avg. class size: 13 students
Acceptance rate: 60%
Tuition listed
319 Webb Road East
Bell Buckle, TN 37020
(931) 389-6003
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Tennessee?
There are 6 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Tennessee.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding school in Tennessee?
The average Tennessee boarding school tuition cost is $59,093 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school in Tennessee?
St. Andrew's-Sewanee School, founded in 1868, is the oldest boarding school in Tennessee.
What boarding school in Tennessee has the lowest acceptance rates?
Baylor School has the lowest boarding school acceptance rate (40%) in Tennessee.
What boarding school in Tennessee has the highest average SAT scores?
Baylor School has the highest average SAT scores (1370) in Tennessee.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 3,492
  • Average Tuition: $59,093
  • Average Acceptance Rate: 68%
  • Average Class Size: 13 students
  • % Students Boarding: 27%
  • % International Students: 17%
  • % Students of Color: 21%
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 46%
  • Average SAT Score: 1,272
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 70%

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