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#102 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 36% of private schools

Harpeth Hall School

High School

3801 HOBBS RD, Nashville, TN 37215

Private

Enrollment

720

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#102 of 284

In Nashville

#19 of 39

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Harpeth Hall School

6.8/10

High School in Nashville · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.8/10

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About Harpeth Hall School

Harpeth Hall School is a private high school in Nashville, TN. Harpeth Hall School serves approximately 720 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harpeth Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares1.1 pts above TN schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Harpeth Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Harpeth Hall 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 Harpeth Hall School compares to 108 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
17.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
720
This School
vs
468
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.9% vs 0%
Black 5.8% vs 0%
Asian 5.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Harpeth Hall School Nashville Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Harpeth Hall School (this school) 6.8
Julia Green Elementary 9.8
Hillsboro High 5.1
H. G. Hill Middle 5.0
John Trotwood Moore Middle 7.3
West End Middle 7.0
Early College High School 7.7
Percy Priest Elementary 9.0
Eakin Elementary 8.5
Sylvan Park Elementary 9.1
Nashville Big Picture High School 6.7
Westmeade Elementary 6.6
Harris-Hillman Special Education 4.3
Glendale Elementary 9.4
MNPS Virtual School 6.8
Park Avenue Elementary 3.6
Waverly-Belmont Elementary School 9.6
W. A. Bass Adult Program
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center 5.9
Transitions at Bass
The Academy at Old Cockrill 7.6

Showing 20 of 108 schools. View all schools in Nashville

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)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Enrollment 720
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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 82.9%
Black 5.8%
Asian 5.6%
Two or More 3.6%
Hispanic 1.4%
Native American 0.6%
Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3801 HOBBS RD, Nashville, TN 37215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harpeth Hall School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CECILIA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Early College High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Julia Green Elementary Nashville 0.4 mi 9.8
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 0.8 mi 7.4
THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville 1.0 mi 5.8
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville 1.6 mi 6.1
HARDING ACADEMY Nashville 1.5 mi 7.5
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville 1.9 mi 6.3
Hillsboro High Nashville 1.6 mi 5.1
H. G. Hill Middle Nashville 1.8 mi 5.0
ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville 2.1 mi 7.8
OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville 2.1 mi 5.6
West End Middle Nashville 2.3 mi 7.0
LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Nashville 2.1 mi 7.0
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.5 mi 7.5
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.5 mi 7.3
Early College High School Nashville 2.5 mi 7.7
John Trotwood Moore Middle Nashville 2.2 mi 7.3
Percy Priest Elementary Nashville 2.7 mi 9.0
MONTESSORI CENTRE Nashville 2.3 mi
Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville 3.0 mi 9.1
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,156

Median Home Value

$959,100

Median Rent

$1,870/mo

Population

22,188

College Educated

80.6%

Homeownership

75.8%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

44.6

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Fairview High School Fairview, TN 6.8
Loudon High School Loudon, TN 6.8
Polk County High School Benton, TN 6.8
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute Jamestown, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harpeth Hall School

What grades does Harpeth Hall School serve?

Harpeth Hall School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Harpeth Hall School?

Harpeth Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 720 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harpeth Hall School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harpeth Hall School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Harpeth Hall School rank in TN?

Harpeth Hall School ranks #102 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Harpeth Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harpeth Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Harpeth Hall School a private school?

Yes, Harpeth Hall School is a private all-girls 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 Harpeth Hall School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
720
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County

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