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#29 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 10% of private schools

St Andrew's-sewanee School

High School

290 QUINTARD RD, Sewanee, TN 37375

Private

Enrollment

231

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#29 of 284

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St Andrew's-sewanee School

7.7/10

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

Sewanee Elementary

9.4/10

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5.8/10

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About St Andrew's-sewanee School

St Andrew's-sewanee School is a private high school in Sewanee, TN. St Andrew's-sewanee School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Andrew's-sewanee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares2.0 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 6.8:1 students to teachers, St Andrew's-sewanee School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Andrew's-sewanee 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.

St Andrew's-sewanee School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Andrew's-sewanee School compares to the 1 public school in Sewanee, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
231
This School
vs
169
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
9.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.1% vs 0%
Black 10.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
St Andrew's-sewanee School Sewanee Public Avg

All Schools in Sewanee

School Rating
St Andrew's-sewanee School (this school) 7.7
Sewanee Elementary 9.4

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 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,150.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 51%
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
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Enrollment 231
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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 67.1%
Black 10.4%
Two or More 8.7%
Hispanic 6.5%
Asian 3.9%
Pacific Islander 2.2%
Native American 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

290 QUINTARD RD, Sewanee, TN 37375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Andrew's-sewanee School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Franklin Co High School (rated 5.8/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Winchester), a more accessible option. Another option is Grundy County High School (rated 5.7/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Coalmont), a more accessible option. Additionally, South Pittsburg High School (rated 4.9/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby South Pittsburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sewanee, see our Sewanee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Sewanee Elementary Sewanee 2.1 mi 9.4
Monteagle Elementary Monteagle 3.7 mi 5.8
Pelham Elementary Pelham 6.4 mi 7.1
Cowan Elementary Cowan 7.4 mi 5.9
Tracy Elementary Tracy City 8.4 mi 7.9
South Middle School Cowan 8.9 mi 5.0
Decherd Elementary Decherd 10.2 mi 4.4
Franklin Co High School Winchester 11.3 mi 5.8
WINCHESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winchester 11.7 mi 5.5
Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro 14.0 mi 7.6
North Middle School Winchester 11.9 mi 3.9
Clark Memorial School Winchester 12.8 mi 6.6
Grundy County High School Coalmont 14.7 mi 5.7
Rock Creek Elementary Estill Springs 14.8 mi 4.9
North Elementary Altamont 17.0 mi 7.7
South Pittsburg Elementary South Pittsburg 17.6 mi 5.0
South Pittsburg High School South Pittsburg 17.8 mi 4.9
Richard Hardy Memorial School South Pittsburg 18.1 mi 6.9
JASPER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jasper 16.7 mi
Jasper Middle School Jasper 17.5 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,538

Median Home Value

$323,700

Median Rent

$1,238/mo

Population

3,997

College Educated

64.6%

Homeownership

84.9%

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

24.9

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Tennessee Online Public School Bristol, TN 7.6
Midway High School Kingston, TN 8.0
FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin, TN 7.1
Copper Basin High School Copperhill, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Andrew's-sewanee School

What grades does St Andrew's-sewanee School serve?

St Andrew's-sewanee School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend St Andrew's-sewanee School?

St Andrew's-sewanee School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Andrew's-sewanee School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Andrew's-sewanee School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Andrew's-sewanee School rank in TN?

St Andrew's-sewanee School ranks #29 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is St Andrew's-sewanee School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Andrew's-sewanee School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Andrew's-sewanee School a private school?

Yes, St Andrew's-sewanee School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Andrew's-sewanee School a religious school?

St Andrew's-sewanee School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
231
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Franklin County

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