Skip to main content

Average

#97 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 34% of private schools

Holy Rosary Academy

Elementary School

190 GRAYLYNN DR, Nashville, TN 37214

Private

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#97 of 284

In Nashville

#18 of 39

public schools

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Holy Rosary Academy?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Holy Rosary Academy

6.8/10

Elementary School in Nashville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mcgavock Elementary

5.2/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Stanford Elementary

8.7/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Holy Rosary Academy

Holy Rosary Academy is a private elementary school in Nashville, TN. Holy Rosary Academy serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Rosary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Holy Rosary Academy 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

Beta

How Holy Rosary Academy compares to 100 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
This School
vs
17.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
286
This School
vs
425
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.5% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Holy Rosary Academy Nashville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Rosary Academy (this school) 6.8
Stanford Elementary 8.7
McGavock Elementary 5.2
Hickman Elementary 6.4
Donelson Middle 4.5
Tenn School For Blind 4.8
Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville
Two Rivers Middle 4.4
Strive Collegiate Academy 7.3
Pennington Elementary 6.9
Rosebank Elementary 9.1
Margaret Allen Middle 5.0
Stratford STEM Magnet School 3.6
Glenview Elementary 5.8
Inglewood Elementary 7.2
Nashville Classical East 7.3
East End Preparatory School 4.4
Cora Howe School 3.7
Lockeland Elementary 9.4
Rocketship United 5.5
Dan Mills Elementary 9.6

Showing 20 of 100 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)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
View breakdown
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)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 286
View data sources

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 81.8%
Hispanic 7.7%
Asian 4.5%
Two or More 2.4%
Black 2.1%
Native American 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

190 GRAYLYNN DR, Nashville, TN 37214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Rosary Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rosebank Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanford Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inglewood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
McGavock Elementary Nashville 0.6 mi 5.2
Stanford Elementary Nashville 0.6 mi 8.7
McGavock High Nashville 1.2 mi 2.9
Hickman Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 6.4
Donelson Middle Nashville 1.1 mi 4.5
Tenn School For Blind Nashville 1.2 mi 4.8
Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville 1.2 mi
Two Rivers Middle Nashville 1.8 mi 4.4
DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.7 mi 6.9
Strive Collegiate Academy Nashville 1.9 mi 7.3
Pennington Elementary Nashville 2.4 mi 6.9
The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville 2.5 mi 7.9
Rosebank Elementary Nashville 2.6 mi 9.1
Hermitage Elementary Hermitage 3.0 mi 4.8
Margaret Allen Middle Nashville 3.0 mi 5.0
Glenview Elementary Nashville 3.3 mi 5.8
Stratford STEM Magnet School Nashville 3.1 mi 3.6
Inglewood Elementary Nashville 3.4 mi 7.2
East End Preparatory School Nashville 3.5 mi 4.4
MONTESSORI EAST Nashville 3.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,969

Median Home Value

$315,000

Median Rent

$1,567/mo

Population

30,547

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bargerton Elementary Lexington, TN 6.8
Bethpage Elementary Bethpage, TN 6.8
Big Ridge Elementary Maynardville, TN 6.8
Bonny Kate Elementary Knoxville, TN 6.8
Centerville Intermediate School Centerville, TN 6.8
Compass Community School Binghampton Campus Memphis, TN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Rosary Academy

What grades does Holy Rosary Academy serve?

Holy Rosary Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Rosary Academy?

Holy Rosary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Rosary Academy rank in TN?

Holy Rosary Academy ranks #97 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Holy Rosary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Rosary Academy 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 Holy Rosary Academy a private school?

Yes, Holy Rosary Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Rosary Academy a religious school?

Holy Rosary Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
286
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.