Independent Schools

A.W. Spalding Elementary

4820 University Dr.

Collegedale, TN 37315

p: (423) 396-2122

f: (423) 396-2218

gcss.org

marketing@collegedaleacademy.com

Founded: 1958

Grades: K-5th; Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC): 3-5 years

Total students: 270

Avg. class size: 20

Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist

Tuition: $5,200 constituent | $7,850 non-constituent | $7,000 ECEC constituent | $8,200 ECEC non-constituent

Uniforms: Yes, for K-5th

A.W. Spalding Elementary (AWS) is a Christian school established to educate, equip, and inspire students to be critical thinkers who serve others and reflect Christ’s character. In addition to daily Bible class and traditional academic classes, once a week the AWS student body gathers for a worship time. Computer, music, art, library, and PE classes are standard curriculum for every grade level. After-school intramurals, robotics, and Spanish classes take place from kindergarten through 5th grade. AWS is part of the Greater Collegedale School System (GCSS).

 

Baylor School

171 Baylor School Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37405

p: (423) 267-5902

f: (423) 757-2525

baylorschool.org

admission@baylorschool.org

Founded: 1893

Grades: 6th-12th

Total students: 1,080

Avg. class size: 14.5

Religious affiliation: At Baylor, faith is central to every person’s life, and the study of religion is an essential part of a complete education. The school welcomes and respects all faiths.

Tuition: $24,700 day (6th-12th) | $50,300 boarding (9th-12th)

Uniforms: Yes

Baylor School is one of the country’s leading coeducational college prep schools, and the sports program was recently ranked the third best overall in the nation by MaxPreps. Baylor School is committed to providing students and faculty with the best instructional resources, including a new $15 million academic center and the same cancer research equipment that is found in professional labs. A recent graduating class earned more than $16 million in college scholarships, and more than 100 alumni are currently playing their sport at the collegiate level.

Belvoir Christian Academy

800 Belvoir Ave.

Chattanooga, TN 37412

p: (423) 622-3755

f: (423) 622-0177

bcalions.org

admissions@bcalions.org

Founded: 1887

Grades: Infants-8th

Total students: 202

Avg. class size: 12

Religious affiliation: Christian (Lutheran)

Tuition: Call for rates. Inquire about BCA’s Variable Tuition program.

Uniforms: Yes, for K-middle

Belvoir Christian Academy provides a strong academic and spiritual foundation to prepare students for admission to the college preparatory high school of their choice. Small class sizes allow for individual attention and the opportunity to excel. The school also offers year-round child care for infants and toddlers. BCA is fully accredited by the National Lutheran School Accreditation and AdvancEd. Sports opportunities include volleyball, soccer, basketball, cheerleading, and cross-country. Students may also participate in extracurricular activities such as taekwondo, gymnastics, hand bell choir, piano, and voice lessons.

 

Berean Academy

441 Berean Ln.

Hixson, TN 37343

p: (423) 877-1288

f: (423) 875-5965

bereanacademy.net

info@bereanacademy.net

Founded: 1972

Grades: K3-12th

Total students: 300

Avg. class size: 18

Religious affiliation: Baptist

Tuition: Call for rates.

Uniforms: Dress code

Berean Academy exists to glorify God by challenging students to follow Jesus Christ and educating them in the wisdom of God as it applies academically, spiritually, and socially.

Boyd Buchanan School

4650 Buccaneer Trl.

Chattanooga, TN 37411

p: (423) 622-6177

f: (423) 508-2218

bbschool.org

info@bbschool.org

Founded: 1952

Grades: PK3-12th

Total students: 992

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Christian

Tuition: $8,900 PK | $9,000 K-5th | $10,400 6th-8th | $11,500 9th–11th | $11,700 12th

Uniforms: Yes

Boyd Buchanan School offers a loving, Christ-centered environment, fully nurturing the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical potential of each student while preparing them to walk with the Master and embrace life’s challenges with joy, courage, and wisdom. The school is committed to offering young people a source of truth, strength, and vision for today’s changing world and strives to guide students toward possessing the heart and spirit of Jesus. Located on 58 beautiful acres, Boyd Buchanan provides a well-rounded college preparatory educational environment that promotes academic excellence, innovation, technology, fine arts, engineering, and a legacy of success in athletics.

Brainerd Baptist School

300 Brookfield Ave.

Chattanooga, TN 37411

p: (423) 622-3873

f: (423) 624-5164

brainerdbaptistschool.org

scorcoran@brainerdbaptist.org

Founded: 1953

Grades: PK3-5th

Total students: 300

Avg. class size: 13

Religious affiliation: Christian
(nondenominational)

Tuition: $4,340 PK (ages 3-4), T/Th | $6,160 PK (ages 3-4), MWF | $7,530 PK (ages 3-4), M-F | $9,740 K | $10,200 1st-5th

Uniforms: Yes

Brainerd Baptist School is an independent Christian school that offers a challenging curriculum through which teachers instill a love of learning in their students. BBS offers a robust fine arts program, innovative technology, and a strong athletic program for its students. Graduates routinely excel at the best middle and high schools in Chattanooga.

 

The Bright School

1950 McDade Ln.

Chattanooga, TN 37405

p: (423) 267-8546

f: (423) 265-0025

brightschool.com

bmoore@brightschool.com

Founded: 1913

Grades: JPK (age 3)-5th

Total students: 330

Avg. class size: 12 (JPK) and 14 (PK-5th)

Religious affiliation: The Bright School is not religiously affiliated, and it welcomes all faiths and religions.

Tuition: $5,500 JPK, 3-day | $7,800 JPK, 5-day | $11,050 PK | $15,975 K-5th

Uniforms: Yes, for PK-5th;
JPK does not wear uniforms

The Bright School is committed to providing a developmentally appropriate elementary experience for children in a safe and nurturing environment. The Bright School strives to develop young learners through discovery, exploration, and play. Children learn in a stimulating setting where they are encouraged to think, solve problems independently, and collaborate with peers to reach their greatest potential. The Bright School works to build a firm foundation in reading, writing, and math that will sustain students through their educational journeys.

 

Calvary Christian School

4601 North Ter.

Chattanooga, TN 37411

p: (423) 622-2181

f: (423) 622-0150

ccseagles.org

info@ccseagles.org

Founded: 1976

Grades: K3-12th

Total students: 65

Avg. class size: 10-20

Religious affiliation: Independent Baptist

Tuition: $4,000 K3-K4 | $4,500 K5-12th

Uniforms: Yes

For more than 40 years, Calvary Christian School (CCS) has educated children from a biblical point of view. Children are taught by highly qualified, spiritual teachers and enjoy a low student-teacher ratio. CCS places a strong emphasis on patriotism, discipline, and moral values, and the school is affiliated with the Tennessee Association of Christian Schools and the American Association of Christian Schools.

Chattanooga Christian School

3354 Charger Dr.

Chattanooga, TN 37409

p: (423) 265-6411

f: (423) 756-4044

ccsk12.com

mword@ccsk12.com

Founded: 1970

Grades: PK-12th

Total students: 1,270

Avg. class size: 15-20

Religious affiliation: Christian
(interdenominational)

Tuition: $6,405 PK (3-day) | $9,150 PK (5-day) | $10,450 elementary | $11,900 middle  | $14,100 high

Uniforms: Yes

Chattanooga Christian School (CCS) is a PK-12th grade day school on 55 acres at the foot of Lookout Mountain. CCS has been serving Christian families in the Chattanooga area for 49 years. The new, state-of-the-art high school science labs, new lower school building with a large STEM room, and new student spaces provide environments for building strong relationships between teachers and students. CCS is committed to meeting students at their point of need and helping them reach the peak of their God-given potential.

 

Collegedale Academy

4855 College Dr. E

Collegedale, TN 37315

p: (423) 396-2124

f: (423) 396-3363

gcss.org

marketing@collegedaleacademy.com

Founded: 1892

Grades: 9th-12th

Total students: 320

Avg. class size: 20

Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist

Tuition: $9,400 constituent | $12,050 non-constituent

Uniforms: Yes

Collegedale Academy is a Christian school established to educate, equip, and inspire students to be critical thinkers who serve others and reflect Christ’s character. As a four-year, coeducational secondary school, CA offers a standard high school diploma as well as college preparatory and honors diplomas. Opportunities such as mission trips, student-led week of prayers, community service, fine arts classes, sports, ACT prep, and travel opportunities with classes and clubs add to the CA experience. CA is part of the Greater Collegedale School System (GCSS).

 

Collegedale Adventist Middle School

4856 College Dr. E

Collegedale, TN 37315

p: (423) 396-3020

f: (423) 396-3043

gcss.org

marketing@collegedaleacademy.com

Founded: 1958 (relocated and renamed in 2010)

Grades: 6th-8th

Total students: 165

Avg. class size: 24

Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist

Tuition: $6,000 constituent | $8,650 non-constituent

Uniforms: Yes

Collegedale Adventist Middle School (CAMS) is a Christian school established to educate, equip, and inspire students to be critical thinkers who serve others and reflect Christ’s character. The school provides quality education with many additional learning opportunities, including choir, band, praise band, bell choir, orchestra, art, STEM lab, robotics, and community service projects. CAMS also offers a growing and active middle schoolers’ intramural and interscholastic sports program. CAMS is part of the Greater Collegedale School System (GCSS).

Girls Preparatory School

205 Island Ave.

Chattanooga, TN 37405

p: (423) 634-7645

f: (423) 634-7643

gps.edu

admissions@gps.edu

Founded: 1906

Grades: 6th-12th

Total students: 589

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Founded on Christian principles, GPS embraces individuals of all faiths and encourages spiritual awareness and growth as an integral part of the GPS experience.

Tuition: $25,987

Uniforms: Yes

At Girls Preparatory School, teaching methods, programs, and support services are designed for and dedicated to how girls learn and develop. Along with a robust academic curriculum – with classes that include arts, humanities, world languages, and STEM studies – GPS also provides opportunities for each girl to discover her passions through clubs and athletics. As students at GPS, girls grow in intellectual curiosity, honor individuality, learn to share their opinions with confidence, and discover the strength within them to change the world.

Grace Baptist Academy

7815 Shallowford Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 892-8222

f: (423) 894-1194

gracechatt.org

admissions@mygracechatt.org

Founded: 1985

Grades: PK4-12th; Grace Children’s Center: ages 2 months-4 years

Total students: 575

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Baptist

Tuition: $8,100 PK4, 1/2 day | $8,725 PK4-5th | $10,200 6th-8th | $11,250 9th-12th

Uniforms: Yes

Grace Baptist Academy is a private Christian school serving metropolitan Chattanooga and surrounding counties in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. With almost 1,200 graduates having attended more than 100 colleges and universities, Grace provides an excellent educational program. Appropriate curriculum and creative methods are utilized in a supportive, safe, and wholesome atmosphere for students. The total educational experience at Grace enables students to recognize their learning styles, discover abilities and talents, and to pursue God’s design for their lives.

Hamilton Heights Christian Academy 

2207 Hickory Valley Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 894-0597

f: (866) 567-4496

hamiltonheights.net

hhca@hamiltonheights.net

Founded: 1997

Grades: 9th-12th

Total students: 71

Avg. class size: 13

Religious affiliation: Nondenominational

Tuition: $6,500

Uniforms: No

Hamilton Heights Christian Academy (HHCA) was founded to offer a unique educational opportunity for secondary high school students at an affordable tuition rate. HHCA has full accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Association of Christian Schools International. It does not discriminate on the basis of biological sex, age, race, national/ethnic origin, or physical disability when determining the qualification of an applicant for enrollment.

 

Hickory Valley Christian School

6605 Shallowford Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 894-3200

f: (423) 894-8665

hvcs.org

frontoffice@hvcs.org

Founded: 1980

Grades: PK3-5th

Total students: 130

Avg. class size: 12

Religious affiliation: Nondenominational Christian; accepts students of other faiths

Tuition: $5,300-$8,200 (varies by age and hours)

Uniforms: Yes, for 1st-5th

Hickory Valley Christian School exists to help families develop strong foundations for their children. Our mission is to lead students toward a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ and provide a high-quality, preparatory academic foundation through creative learning. HVCS is accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Southern Association of Independent Schools.

 

Lester Coon Adventist School

11429 Bates Rd.

Apison, TN 37302

p: (423) 236-4926

f: (423) 236-5677

apisonsdaschool.com

apisonsdaschool@yahoo.com

Founded: 1977

Grades: K-8th

Total students: 50

Avg. class size: 16

Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist

Tuition: Approx. $500/month

Uniforms: No

Lester Coon Adventist School is a small school in a rural setting promoting outdoor education and Christian values. New students are welcome each year, and the involvement of families in the education process is encouraged.

McCallie School

500 Dodds Ave.

Chattanooga, TN 37404

p: (423) 493-5631

f: (423) 493-5426

mccallie.org

admission@mccallie.org

Founded: 1905

Grades: 6th-12th

Total students: 938

Avg. class size: 14

Religious affiliation: Christian
(nondenominational)

Tuition: $28,230 day (6th-12th) | $54,190 boarding (9th-12th)

Uniforms: Dress code

McCallie School is dedicated to preparing young men to make a positive difference in their world. By fostering boys’ intellectual, spiritual, physical, and emotional development, the school seeks to inspire and motivate them to strive for excellence, seek truth, live honorably, act responsibly, and help others.

The Montessori School

300 Montessori Way

Chattanooga, TN 37404

p: (423) 622-6366

f: (423) 622-6027

themontessorischool.net

admissions@themontessorischool.net

Founded: 1973

Grades: Toddler-8th

Total students: 250

Avg. class size: 14-24

Religious affiliation: None

Tuition: $6,191-$8,810

Uniforms: No

The Montessori School is dedicated to a model of learning that recognizes children as naturally eager for knowledge and capable of their best learning in a thoughtfully prepared environment. The school’s mission is to promote independent learning, support emotional growth, and embrace differences using the Montessori approach.

Notre Dame High School

2701 Vermont Ave.

Chattanooga, TN 37404

p: (423) 624-4618

f: (423) 624-4621

myndhs.com

communications@myndhs.com

Founded: 1876

Grades: 9th-12th

Total students: 419

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic

Tuition: $12,852 Catholic students (includes fees and books) | $16,869 non-Catholic students (includes fees and books)

Uniforms: Yes

Celebrating its 143rd anniversary, Notre Dame High School remains the only Catholic, coed, college preparatory high school in Chattanooga open to students of all faiths and backgrounds. With its diverse population and curriculum, Notre Dame graduates are prepared – academically, spiritually, and ethically – for the wealth of postsecondary opportunities that await them.

Oakwood Christian Academy

113 Oakwood St.

Chickamauga, GA 30707

p: (706) 375-7247

f: (706) 375-5216

ocaeagles.org

laurahulsey@oca.oakwoodbc.org

Founded: 1992

Grades: PK3-12th

Total students: 285

Avg. class size: 12

Religious affiliation: Baptist

Tuition: $2,450-$6,850 (varies by grade)

Uniforms: Yes, for 1st-12th

OCA is a standards-driven school, embracing a solid Christian curriculum to achieve their goal of a biblical worldview. Students participate in weekly chapel programs and have extension opportunities, including art, band, drama, French, Spanish, music, PE, and technology. OCA partners with Truett-McConnell University to offer dual enrollment ACCEL classes for 10th through 12th grade students. OCA graduates have a 100% college acceptance and receive academic, athletic, and the Georgia Hope scholarships. Athletic opportunities include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross-country, golf, soccer, softball, and volleyball.

Ooltewah Adventist School

9209 Amos Rd.

Ooltewah, TN 37363

p: (423) 238-4449

f: (423) 238-4577

oaksonline.net

ooltewahsda@epbfi.com

Founded: 1975

Grades: K-8th

Total students: 120

Avg. class size: 17

Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist

Tuition: See website for rates.

Uniforms: Yes

Ooltewah Adventist School (OAKS) is a Christian organization that seeks to inspire its students to think deeply, live fully, serve unselfishly, and love God completely. OAKS is a great place to grow with God!

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School

505 S. Moore Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37412

p: (423) 622-1481

f: (423) 622-2016

school.myolph.com

teresahennen@myolph.com

Founded: 1937

Grades: PK3-8th

Total students: 275

Avg. class size: 14

Religious affiliation: Catholic

Tuition: $6,850 Catholic | $9,700 non-Catholic

Uniforms: Yes

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School (OLPH) is an AdvancED-accredited parochial school providing a high-quality education. OLPH is committed to fostering the realization that each person’s relationship with God, self, and others is a lifelong process. OLPH prepares students to live in an ever-changing society while motivating students to employ Christian principles by using their talents to serve the needs of others. The free exchange of ideas and opinions among students, parents, and teachers is encouraged.

Primrose School of East Brainerd & Hixson

East Brainerd

1619 Gunbarrel Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 499-5584

f: (423) 499-9846

primroseschools.com/schools/east-brainerd

jsexton@primroseeastbrainerd.com

Hixson

5170 Preschool Ln.

Hixson, TN 37343

p: (423) 870-4840

f: (423) 870-9447

primroseschools.com/schools/hixson

ctownsend@primrosehixson.com

Founded: East Brainerd: 1993 | Hixson: 1994

Grades: Infants-PK

Total students: 100+

Avg. class size: 8-18

Religious affiliation: None

Tuition: Varies by classroom and full- or part-time

Uniforms: Yes, for PK only

Primrose School is an educationally based preschool that blends accredited teacher-directed curriculum with a child-initiated approach called “balanced learning.” The school combines the best of both philosophies. Primrose School lets the particular interests of each child serve as the springboard to healthy social, emotional, physical, and academic development, while teachers guide students to self-assurance and prepare them for lifelong academic and social success.

 

Shenandoah Baptist Academy

138 Osment Rd. SE

Cleveland, TN 37323

p: (423) 339-0992

f: (423) 339-9904

sbcministries.com

academy@sbcministries.com

Founded: 1999

Grades: K4-12th

Total students: 65

Avg. class size: 7

Religious affiliation: Baptist

Tuition: $4,300

Uniforms: Yes

Shenandoah Baptist Academy features incredible teachers, a challenging curriculum, outstanding athletics, and exciting mission opportunities. The rigorous academic curriculum is taught through a biblical worldview in a rich, nurturing community of teachers, coaches, mentors, and peers all passionate about serving Christ.

 

Signal Centers

109 N. Germantown Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37411

p: (423) 698-8528

f: (423) 698-8520

signalcenters.org

pam_hudson@signalcenters.org

Founded: 1957

Grades: 6 weeks-5 years

Total students: 120

Avg. class size: 12

Religious affiliation: None

Tuition: Call for rates.

Uniforms: No

The Chattanooga Children’s Program serves both typically developing children and those with disabilities/special needs. Low student-to-teacher ratios are maintained, thus enabling individualized attention.

 

Signal Mountain Christian School

808 Key Hulse Rd.

Signal Mountain, TN 37377

p: (423) 886-1115

f: (423) 424-4144

smcstn.org

smcs@smcstn.org

Founded: 1998

Grades: K-5th

Total students: 100

Avg. class size: 10

Religious affiliation: Nondenominational

Tuition: $6,200 K-2nd | $6,700 3rd-5th

Uniforms: Yes

Signal Mountain Christian School (SMCS) partners with Christian families to shape the hearts and equip the minds of their children to be doers of God’s word. You will find an emphasis on challenging academics and hands-on learning in a natural setting that is inspired by Charlotte Mason.

Silverdale Baptist Academy

7236 Bonny Oaks Dr.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 892-2319

f: (423) 648-7600

silverdaleba.org

development@silverdaleba.org

Founded: 1999

Grades: PK-12th

Total students: 1,100

Avg. class size: 17

Religious affiliation: Baptist

Tuition: $8,275 K | $8,710 1st-5th | $10,130 middle | $10,900 high

Uniforms: Yes

Silverdale Baptist Academy is a Christ-centered college preparatory academy. The school’s mission is to partner with families in providing an environment of  academic excellence through a biblical worldview. Silverdale is a member of TSSAA and is accredited with ACSI and AdvancEd. Silverdale Baptist Academy also provides students with learning challenges and opportunities to flourish with its Specialized Academics Department.

 

Siskin Early Learning Center

1101 Carter St.

Chattanooga, TN 37402

p: (423) 648-1760

f: (423) 648-1780

siskin.org

jessica.tiede@siskin.org

Founded: 1950

Grades: 6 weeks-5 years

Total students: 170

Avg. class size: 12

Religious affiliation: None

Tuition: Contact for rates.

Uniforms: No

At Siskin Early Learning Center, children of all abilities grow and develop to their full potential by engaging in developmentally appropriate activities. Children are exposed to multiple instructional approaches while interacting with peers and building relationships with others in an inclusive environment. A comprehensive team of educators and therapists use an integrated routine-based teaching model.

 

Skyuka Hall

5600 Brainerd Rd., Ste. A-24

Chattanooga, TN 37411

p: (423) 877-9711

f: (423) 876-0398

skyukahall.org

abeason@skyukahall.org

Founded: 1966

Grades: K-12th

Total students: 97

Avg. class size: 8

Religious affiliation: None

Tuition: $15,383 lower school | $16,974 upper school

Uniforms: Yes

Skyuka Hall is an SAIS and AdvancED accredited independent school dedicated to providing a positive learning experience for students with learning differences. Skyuka looks to graduate its first class in 2020. Skyuka Hall offers a small student-teacher ratio, and learning specialists design and personalize curriculum for each student. The mission of academic, physical, and spiritual growth allows each student to graduate with confidence and conviction. Financial aid is available to qualified applicants.

St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School

290 Quintard Rd.

Sewanee, TN 37375

p: (931) 598-5651

f: (931) 463-2121

sasweb.org

admission@sasweb.org

Founded: 1868

Grades: 6th-12th

Total students: 255

Avg. class size: 13

Religious affiliation: Episcopal

Tuition: $19,900 middle (day) | $20,500 upper (day) | $50,400 boarding

Uniforms: No

St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School is a private, co-educational, Episcopal, boarding and day college preparatory school located on a beautiful and historic 550-acre campus, where students enjoy abundant opportunities for outdoor education and adventure. At SAS, students from across the country and around the world are challenged to fulfill their greatest potential while cultivating lives of balance and joy. Thanks to a close relationship with the neighboring University of the South, qualified students are able to take university courses for free and for credit.

St. Jude School 

930 Ashland Ter.

Chattanooga, TN 37415

p: (423) 877-6022

f: (423) 875-8920

mysjs.com

prestonk@mysjs.com

Founded: 1960

Grades: PK3-8th

Total students: 324

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Catholic

Tuition: $5,100 in-parish Catholic | $6,650 out-of-parish Catholic | $9,700 non-Catholic students

Uniforms: Yes

Guided by God, St. Jude School strives to provide academic excellence in an environment that embraces the Catholic values of spirituality and service. St. Jude School’s strong core curriculum, dedicated faculty, extracurricular activities, enthusiastic parental involvement, and most importantly, ability to serve and honor God, make it unique. At St. Jude School, students learn, pray, and play.

 

St. Nicholas School

7525 Min Tom Dr.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 899-1999

f: (423) 899-0109

stns.org

chasden@stns.org

Founded: 1958

Grades: PK–5th

Total students: 200

Avg. class size: 10-15

Religious affiliation: Episcopal

Tuition: $10,927-$15,764 (varies by grade)

Uniforms: No

Located on a beautiful, wooded, 24-acre campus in the East Brainerd community, St. Nicholas School is an independent Episcopal school for preschool through 5th grade. Founded as a neighborhood kindergarten at Grace Episcopal Church, St. Nicholas has grown into a unique educational community of cottage-based classrooms that provides focused settings for integrated learning. St. Nicholas School offers after-school enrichments, a comprehensive summer camp, a woodworking program, and year-round gardening programs. St. Nicholas nurtures each child’s intellectual, physical, spiritual, and social growth to develop independence, a love of learning, and a commitment to service.

St. Peter’s Episcopal School

848 Ashland Ter.

Chattanooga, TN 37415

p: (423) 870-1794

f: (423) 877-2604

saintpetersschool.net

bsharp@stpeters.org

Founded: 1964

Grades: PK-5th

Total students: 190

Avg. class size: 14

Religious affiliation: Episcopal

Tuition: $5,470-$11,950

Uniforms: Yes

St. Peter’s Episcopal School is a child-centered community offering families a choice between a classic program (English) and a language immersion program (Spanish). Both tracks offer a sequence of studies through which students interact as scientists, artists, mathematicians, authors, and scholars. Striving to elevate and expand elementary education, the school incorporates art, music, foreign language, technology, outdoor experiences, and athletics into the learning experience. Located on 11 acres, the campus facilities include large classrooms, an art studio, a music conservatory, a science lab, an outdoor teepee, playgrounds, a large sports field and track, a chapel, and an organic garden. 

 

Standifer Gap SDA School

8255 Standifer Gap Rd.

Chattanooga, TN 37421

p: (423) 892-6013

f: (423) 664-4891

sgsdaschool.org

standifergapsda@gmail.com

Founded: 1948

Grades: K-8th

Total students: 71

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist

Tuition: $5,200

Uniforms: Yes

Standifer Gap SDA School is a K-8th school that operates in cooperation with the Georgia-Cumberland Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Students enjoy the advantage of low student-teacher ratios, providing individualized instruction in an inviting environment.

 

Tennessee Christian Preparatory School

4995 N. Lee Hwy.

Cleveland, TN 37312

p: (423) 559-8939

f: (423) 559-8944

tcpsk12.org

contact@tcpsk12.org

Founded: 1997

Grades: PK3-12th

Total students: 300

Avg. class size: 15

Religious affiliation: Christian
(interdenominational)

Tuition: $315/month preschool, T/Th | $415/month preschool, MWF | $580/month preschool, M-F | $7,990 K | $8,790 1st-5th | $8,990 6th-8th | $9,490 9th-12th

Uniforms: Yes

Tennessee Christian Preparatory School is a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence (2015), AdvancED-accredited, coeducational school offering a strong college preparatory academic program. Located in Cleveland, Tennessee, TCPS integrates a Christ-centered curriculum into the daily life of students of all denominations and beliefs.

 

United Christian Academy

2200 Peerless Rd. NW

Cleveland, TN 37311

p: (423) 478-2500

f: (423) 479-8847

ucacademyinfo.com

ucaramstn@gmail.com

Founded: 2003

Grades: PK3-8th

Total students: 160

Avg. class size: 10

Religious affiliation: Nondenominational

Tuition: $400/month PK | $365/month elementary $375/month middle

Uniforms: Yes

At United Christian Academy, the staff and teachers are devoted to pinpointing and cultivating each student’s unique, God-given talents and abilities. UCA is an accredited institution that fosters a safe and encouraging environment – an atmosphere that enhances the holistic growth of students, intellectually, physically, artistically, and spiritually. The school’s goal is to develop students’ potential so they can become responsible citizens who set standards for excellence in our society.