For over 155 years, The Webb School has provided challenging academics with an emphasis on morals and values in a family-like setting.
It is a place where young adults are not just expected to learn - they are encouraged to lead, as The Webb School promotes independent thinking, creative initiative, personal integrity and civic responsibility.
The community, including an average class size of 13, inspires lifelong connections while fostering individual growth.
Students from more than 20 countries and a dozen states allow for a global experience in Middle Tennessee that shapes students into engaged citizens of the world.
The result: stronger, more confident thinkers, makers and doers who are prepared for college and life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students) 7-12
- Grades: (Day Students) 6-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students): $57,100
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $27,000
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Webb School ranks among the top 10 schools with 200-400 students (out of 96 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø)
7-12
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
6-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1870
1907
Campus Size
150 acres
125 acres
Colors
Navy Blue, Purple, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 18, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
371 students
315 students
% Students of Color
35%
27%
% International Students
15%
21%
% Students ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
30%
68%
Average SAT Score
1320
(Out of 1600)
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1100 - 1400
-
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Average Class Size
13 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
16
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
80%
72%
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$45 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
$57,100
$68,420
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$27,000
(MS- 24900 US- 27000)
(MS- 24900 US- 27000)
$37,000
Tuition international students
$68,600
$59,000
% Students on Financial Aid
60%
39%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$15,000
$25,000
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
60%
64%
Director of Admissions
Alex Winnicker
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
16
18
Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP English IIIAP English IV
AP Environmental ScienceAP French
AP Government and PoliticsAP Latin
AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics
AP Modern European HistoryAP Physics (Electromagnetism)
AP Physics (Mechanics)AP Physics I
AP SpanishAP Statistics
AP Studio Art: 2D DesignAP Studio Art: Drawing
AP U.S. HistoryAP World History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
14
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
42
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Animation ClubBoard Games
Book ClubCampus Store
Chess ClubComputer Programming
Dance MarathonDiversity Club
Dorm PrefectsDrug Awareness Club
French ClubGreen Feet (Environmental)
History on FilmImprovisation
International Film ClubKnitting Club
Literary MagazineMath Competition Club
Social Justice ClubSon Will Society Ambassadors
Spanish ClubTheater/Drama Club
Video Editing Clubyearbook
Yoga/mindfulness
Arts and Music Programs:
Strings Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2024 - 2025
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
Georgia Tech
1
New York University
1
Northeastern
1
Savannah College of Art and Design
1
UCLA
1
University of Kentucky
1
University of Mississippi
1
University of Pittsburgh
1
University of Southern California
1
University of Tennessee
1
School Notes
- Honor and Character: The hallmark of a Webb education is our emphasis on honor and personal integrity. Our 155 year old Honor Code, the inspiration for the Honor Code at Princeton, is the framework in which students grow into principled young adults. Our students take pride in upholding this tradition by signing the pledge book each year and electing members of a student-led Honor Council.
- Emerging Voices Program: Writing across the curriculum and public speaking are major emphases at The Webb School. Through our Emerging Voices Program, students learn to create original ideas, assemble a body of research, and communicate those ideas effectively through writing and public speaking. Students showcase their skills each year by performing declamations, orations, performance creations and senior paper presentations. These exhibitions are developed and completed under the mentorship of the students' advisors and other members of the community. Our goal is to create confident contributors in the classroom and beyond.
- Outdoor Program: Webb`s Outerlimits and Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development (WILD) programs combine the classroom with the outdoors. Our 150-acre campus is thriving with the spirit of a well-rounded education. Students develop leadership skills and confidence as they navigate our high ropes course and lead trips into the surrounding area. Rock climbing, caving, backpacking, kayaking, and rafting are just some of the activities students can master during their tenure at Webb.
- Global Education: A mindful, global education is built into the very fabric of the curriculum at The Webb School and reflects a continuing commitment to graduating active citizens of the world. Students from 16 different countries and 11 different states endow Webb with a unique and diverse community. Each class, each activity, and each meal is an opportunity for students to authentically connect with each other and expand their viewpoint. With a legacy of service and graduates who are active in the global marketplace, Webb impacts the world.
- The Webb School accreditations: SAIS, TABS, NAIS, TAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Vermont Royster - Editor of The Wall Street Journal, winner of two Pulitzer Prizes and the Presidential Medal of Freedom
- Charles Alexander - International Editor for TIME Magazine
- Fielding Lewis Wright - Governor of Mississippi
- Lewis Branscomb - President of Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government
- Ingram Macklin Stainback - First Governor of Hawaii
- Prentice Cooper - Governor of Tennessee
- Frank Constatine - Chief of Opthamalic surgery at the Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
- Edwin Davis - Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission
- Edward W. Carmack - U.S. Senator
- Wayne Rogers - Movie and Television actor, portrayed Trapper John on M*A*S*H TV series; investment analyst for FOX News network
- School Motto: 'Do Nothing on the Sly'
- School Mascot: Feet
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Webb School cost?
The Webb School's tuition is approximately $57,100 for boarding students and $27,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Webb School?
The acceptance rate of The Webb School is 60%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from The Webb School?
The Webb School famous alumni include: Vermont Royster, Charles Alexander, Fielding Lewis Wright, Lewis Branscomb, Ingram Macklin Stainback, Prentice Cooper, Frank Constatine, Edwin Davis, Edward W. Carmack and Wayne Rogers.
What sports does The Webb School offer?
The Webb School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Golf, Markmanship, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
Does The Webb School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Webb School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What is The Webb School's ranking?
The Webb School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid and High ACT scores.
When is the application deadline for The Webb School?
The application deadline for The Webb School is Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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