Why Catholic School?

In the Catholic Schools of Nashville, we are committed to building kind hearts, strong minds and confident leaders today and tomorrow. From Nashville to Lawrenceburg and Clarksville to Murfreesboro and everywhere in between, our Catholic Schools provide exceptional learning environments where every child can learn, serve, lead and succeed.

TOP TEN REASONS TO CHOOSE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Nashville By the Numbers

19
Catholic schools
 

14 
Diocesan elementary/middle schools


2
Diocesan high schools

 

2
Independent elem/mid schools

 

1
Independent high school

Academic Excellence

The caliber of the academics at our schools can be seen not only in our National Blue Ribbon schools and our many of National Merit Scholars, but can be seen in all of our schools that provide a strong educational foundation starting in Pre-K and continuing through high school producing exemplary graduates who have made outstanding achievements in their respective fields.

You Can Afford Catholic School!

Our students received scholarships and tuition assistance in the 2018-2019 school year. Tuition at our schools varies, and we offer scholarships and tuition assistance so we encourage all students to consider and apply to our schools.

Catholic School Graduates Succeed

With a 100% percent high school graduation rate, our Catholic School seniors leave our school feeling prepared, motivated and ready to take the next step in their educational journey. More than 99% of our graduates are accepted by colleges and universities. Our 2019 high school graduates were awarded $68 million in grants and scholarships for their college educations.

Dedicated and Educated Faculty

60% of Diocese of Nashville Catholic school teachers have completed post-graduate work. 

Special Needs Children Accepted and Loved

All of our schools provide interventions for students with mild to moderate disabilities. Three of our schools currently educate and care for students with developmental and intellectual disabilities through our inclusive Hand-In-Hand Options program.

Diversity is Welcomed

Students of all racial and religious backgrounds are accepted and welcomed at Catholic Schools. We believe the best educational atmosphere is one where students of different backgrounds learn from each other.

Service is key

Diocese of Nashville Catholic School students perform countless hours of service locally and abroad on average, annually.

Range of services

Many of our elementary schools offer Extended Day Programs and have Preschool and/or Prekindergarten programs to serve families at all stages of life.