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#178 of 284 private schools in TN
St Dominic Catholic School
Elementary School
1474 E CENTER ST, Kingsport, TN 37664
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#178 of 284
In Kingsport
#1 of 5
public schools
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St Dominic Catholic School
Elementary School in Kingsport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dominic Catholic School
St Dominic Catholic School is a private elementary school in Kingsport, TN. St Dominic Catholic School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, St Dominic Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Dominic Catholic 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
BetaHow St Dominic Catholic School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Kingsport, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dominic Catholic School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Palmer Early Learning Center | 5.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Andrew Johnson Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School | 5.8 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Rock Springs Elementary | 7.4 |
| Ketron Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Sullivan Gardens Elementary | 7.3 |
| George Washington Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Indian Springs Elementary | 6.3 |
| Miller Perry Elementary | 8.3 |
| John Adams Elementary School | 8.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1474 E CENTER ST, Kingsport, TN 37664
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dominic Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weber City Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Weber City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Andrew Johnson Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rock Springs Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingsport, see our Kingsport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,164
Median Home Value
$204,900
Median Rent
$817/mo
Population
28,721
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| SIGNAL MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Signal Mountain, TN | 6.0 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Smyrna, TN | 6.1 |
| Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis, TN | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lawrenceburg, TN | 5.9 |
| STANFORD EISENBERG KNOXVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Knoxville, TN | 6.1 |
| CHRIST LIFE ACADEMY Lawrenceburg, TN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dominic Catholic School
What grades does St Dominic Catholic School serve?
St Dominic Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Dominic Catholic School?
St Dominic Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Catholic School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dominic Catholic School rank in TN?
St Dominic Catholic School ranks #178 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is St Dominic Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dominic Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dominic Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Dominic Catholic School 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 St Dominic Catholic School a religious school?
St Dominic Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sullivan County
- Phone
- (423) 245-8491
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