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#25 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 9% of private schools

St Cecilia Academy

High School

4210 HARDING PIKE 2, Nashville, TN 37205

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 113 schools in Nashville. Learn more

Enrollment

243

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Nashville

#6 of 39

public schools

Tennessee high schools

#6 of 35

About St Cecilia Academy

ST CECILIA ACADEMY serves 243 students in grades 9-12 in Nashville, Tennessee, earning an impressive 9.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 68th among the state's 284 high schools. This high school operates with an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1, supported by 36 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students receive highly personalized attention. The school's strong performance places it in the 76th percentile statewide, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence.

With fewer than 250 students, ST CECILIA ACADEMY offers the intimate atmosphere of a smaller school community while maintaining the resources and opportunities expected at the high school level. Located on Harding Pike, the school sits in one of Nashville's most affluent neighborhoods, where the median household income reaches $136,100 and home values average $821,900. The surrounding community is highly educated, with 76% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 5.2%.

This zip code of over 25,000 residents creates a supportive educational environment. ST CECILIA ACADEMY operates within Nashville's dynamic urban landscape, offering students access to both quality education and the cultural and professional opportunities of Tennessee's capital city.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1, St Cecilia Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, St Cecilia Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Cecilia Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
243
This School
vs
629
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 4.9% vs 0%
St Cecilia Academy Nashville Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
St Cecilia Academy (this school) 7.8
Early College High School 9.3
Nashville Big Picture High School 6.5
MNPS Virtual School 5.8
The Academy at Old Cockrill 7.7
W. A. Bass Adult Program
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center 7.7
Transitions at Bass
Harris-Hillman Special Education 7.5
Hillsboro High 6.9
Pearl-Cohn High 5.7
Martin Luther King Jr School 8.0
Hume - Fogg High 8.6
Johnson Alternative Learning Center 7.5
Lead Academy 7.1
John Overton High 5.7
STEM Prep High School 5.8
Nashville School Of The Arts 7.4
KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School 7.6
East Nashville Magnet High School 8.2
Glencliff High School 4.9

Showing 20 of 30 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

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)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 39%
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 243
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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 76.5%
Hispanic 10.3%
Black 5.3%
Asian 4.9%
Two or More 2.5%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4210 HARDING PIKE 2, Nashville, TN 37205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Cecilia Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Early College High School (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Academy at Old Cockrill (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville 0.0 mi 5.6
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville 0.4 mi 6.3
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville 0.6 mi 6.1
Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville 0.8 mi 9.7
Early College High School Nashville 0.8 mi 9.3
Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville 1.0 mi 6.5
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.0 mi 7.5
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.0 mi 7.3
MNPS Virtual School Nashville 1.3 mi 5.8
West End Middle Nashville 1.0 mi 7.5
ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville 1.4 mi 8.1
Park Avenue Elementary Nashville 1.5 mi 4.2
The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville 1.6 mi 7.7
Cockrill Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 4.4
W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville 1.6 mi
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville 1.6 mi 7.7
Transitions at Bass Nashville 1.6 mi
H. G. Hill Middle Nashville 1.7 mi 5.4
Moses McKissack Middle Nashville 2.0 mi 5.3
HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville 2.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,068

Median Home Value

$890,000

Median Rent

$1,819/mo

Population

24,557

College Educated

76.5%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

48.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Cecilia Academy has a median household income of $133,068. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $890,000, with a median rent of $1,819/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hancock High School Sneedville, TN 7.8
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy Chattanooga, TN 7.7
ST ANDREW'S-SEWANEE SCHOOL Sewanee, TN 7.7
Copper Basin High School Copperhill, TN 7.6
Wayne County High School Waynesboro, TN 8.2
Dresden High School Dresden, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Cecilia Academy

What grades does St Cecilia Academy serve?

St Cecilia Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Cecilia Academy?

St Cecilia Academy has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Academy 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 Cecilia Academy rank in TN?

St Cecilia Academy is ranked #25 out of 284 private schools in TN.

What is St Cecilia Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Cecilia Academy has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Cecilia Academy a private school?

Yes, St Cecilia Academy is a private all-girls 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 St Cecilia Academy a religious school?

St Cecilia Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
243
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large City
County
DAVIDSON
Data Year
2022–2023

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