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#123 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 43% of private schools

St Dominic School

Elementary School

30 AVON RD, Memphis, TN 38117

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

156

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

156

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#123 of 284

In Memphis

#21 of 30

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About St Dominic School

St Dominic School is a private elementary school in Memphis, TN. St Dominic School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 156 students, St Dominic 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.

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, St Dominic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Dominic 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 St Dominic School compares to 166 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.7:1

This School

19.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

156

This School

462

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.1% vs 0%

Black 5.8% vs 0%

Asian 2.6% vs 0%

St Dominic School Memphis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Dominic School (this school)	—	156	8.7:1	6.6
Avon School	0.5 mi	171	9:1	5.7
White Station Elementary	0.5 mi	795	17.3:1	7.7
Aurora Collegiate Academy	1.1 mi	330	13.8:1	8.3
Richland Elementary	1.2 mi	911	16:1	8.7
White Station Middle	1.3 mi	1,091	15.8:1	7.7
Berclair Elementary	1.4 mi	627	12.8:1	5.9
Grahamwood Elementary	1.9 mi	887	15.6:1	6.2
Compass Community School Berclair Campus	2.0 mi	229	10.9:1	8.8
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School	2.0 mi	307	14.6:1	7.7
Campus School	2.1 mi	407	16.3:1	8.0
University Middle	2.2 mi	268	10.7:1	9.8
Colonial Middle	2.7 mi	1,088	19.8:1	4.4
Sea Isle Elementary	2.7 mi	499	16.6:1	5.0
Kingsbury Middle	2.7 mi	502	16.7:1	5.3
Kingsbury Elementary	2.8 mi	513	12.8:1	5.4
Treadwell Elementary	2.9 mi	874	17.8:1	4.7
Treadwell Middle School	2.9 mi	662	17.9:1	3.3
Sherwood Elementary	3.1 mi	548	16.6:1	3.4
Wells Station Elementary	3.1 mi	633	12.7:1	9.3
Willow Oaks Elementary	3.4 mi	607	16:1	6.7

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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

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,150.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A 8.7 / 10

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Enrollment 156

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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 81.4%

Hispanic 7.1%

Black 5.8%

Two or More 3.2%

Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

30 AVON RD, Memphis, TN 38117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Dominic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Collegiate Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis	0.1 mi	640	4.2
CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis	0.3 mi	52	7.1
MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis	0.3 mi	47	7.2
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis	0.4 mi	1,259	5.5
Avon School Memphis	0.5 mi	171	5.7
White Station Elementary Memphis	0.5 mi	795	7.7
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis	0.4 mi	50	7.1
White Station High Memphis	1.0 mi	1,935	6.8
Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis	1.1 mi	330	8.3
CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis	1.0 mi	352	5.3
MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY Memphis	1.2 mi	189	7.5
Berclair Elementary Memphis	1.4 mi	627	5.9
Richland Elementary Memphis	1.2 mi	911	8.7
TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis	1.5 mi	24	—
White Station Middle Memphis	1.3 mi	1,091	7.7
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Memphis	1.7 mi	345	7.0
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis	2.0 mi	307	7.7
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis	2.1 mi	70	8.4
WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis	2.1 mi	263	7.7
Grahamwood Elementary Memphis	1.9 mi	887	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,688

Median Home Value

$287,500

Median Rent

$1,353/mo

Population

26,327

College Educated

60%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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

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Dunbar Elementary Memphis, TN	198	6.6
ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville, TN	128	6.6
West Carroll Elementary School Trezevant, TN	216	6.6
Pickwick Southside School Counce, TN	214	6.5
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs, TN	214	6.7
Friendship Elementary Friendship, TN	123	6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Dominic School

What grades does St Dominic School serve?

St Dominic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Dominic School?

St Dominic School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Dominic School rank in TN?

St Dominic School ranks #123 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is St Dominic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Dominic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 School a private school?

Yes, St Dominic School is a private all-boys 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 School a religious school?

St Dominic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 156
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Large City
County: Shelby County
Phone: (901) 435-5825

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