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#219 of 284 private schools in TN

Baylor School

High School

171 BAYLOR SCHOOL RD, Chattanooga, TN 37405

Private

Enrollment

1,068

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#219 of 284

In Chattanooga

#19 of 21

public schools

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Baylor School

5.4/10

High School in Chattanooga · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

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About Baylor School

Baylor School is a private high school in Chattanooga, TN. Baylor School serves approximately 1,068 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Baylor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Baylor School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Baylor School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Chattanooga, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
16.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,068
This School
vs
528
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.1% vs 0%
Asian 7.4% vs 0%
Black 6.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Baylor School Chattanooga Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Baylor School (this school) 5.4
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts 8.5
Normal Park Museum Magnet School 8.5
Red Bank Middle School 4.9
Red Bank High School 4.4
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper 8.2
Lookout Valley Middle / High School 6.0
The Howard School 3.6
Howard Connect Academy 6.5
Orchard Knob Middle School 4.5
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy 8.2
Chattanooga Preparatory School 3.6
STEM School Chattanooga 9.7
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle 3.0
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence High —
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State 8.2
East Lake Academy Of Fine Arts 5.6
Dalewood Middle School 5.6
Brainerd High School 5.5
East Ridge High School 4.5
East Ridge Middle School 4.6

Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Chattanooga

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Enrollment 1,068
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.1%
Asian 7.4%
Black 6.6%
Two or More 3.2%
Hispanic 2.3%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

171 BAYLOR SCHOOL RD, Chattanooga, TN 37405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baylor School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chattanooga, see our Chattanooga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SCHOLZE CENTER Chattanooga 1.3 mi —
Red Bank Elementary School Chattanooga 1.9 mi 4.9
Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts Chattanooga 2.1 mi 8.5
Normal Park Museum Magnet School Chattanooga 2.2 mi 8.5
Lookout Valley Elementary School Chattanooga 3.1 mi 6.9
Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga 3.0 mi 4.9
GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.9 mi 7.3
Red Bank High School Chattanooga 3.1 mi 4.4
THE BRIGHT SCHOOL Chattanooga 2.8 mi 6.9
Thrasher Elementary School Signal Mtn 3.9 mi 8.8
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Upper Chattanooga 3.6 mi 8.2
Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences Lower Chattanooga 3.6 mi 8.6
Tommie F. Brown Academy Chattanooga 3.7 mi 5.1
Battle Academy for Teaching and Learning Chattanooga 4.0 mi 7.9
Lookout Valley Middle / High School Chattanooga 4.0 mi 6.0
Rivermont Elementary School Chattanooga 3.8 mi 7.8
The Howard School Chattanooga 4.5 mi 3.6
Howard Connect Academy Chattanooga 4.5 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.4 mi 6.9
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,850

Median Home Value

$416,900

Median Rent

$1,276/mo

Population

18,535

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

36

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Coffee County Central High School Manchester, TN 5.4
Union County High School Maynardville, TN 5.4
Brainerd High School Chattanooga, TN 5.5
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Memphis, TN 5.5
Creek Wood High School Charlotte, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baylor School

What grades does Baylor School serve?

Baylor School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Baylor School?

Baylor School has an enrollment of approximately 1,068 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baylor School?

The student-teacher ratio at Baylor School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Baylor School rank in TN?

Baylor School ranks #219 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Baylor School's MySchoolScout rating?

Baylor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Baylor School a private school?

Yes, Baylor School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Baylor School a religious school?

No, Baylor School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,068
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
102
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Phone
(423) 267-8505

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