Catholic coeducational high school in Nashville serving grades 9-12 with specialized learning difference programs and 200+ academic courses
Father Ryan High School is a Catholic coeducational secondary school in Nashville, TN serving grades 9-12. The school is committed to supporting students with learning differences through its dedicated Learning Difference Programs, recognizing that students learn in different ways and at different paces. Father Ryan's approach includes four distinct learning levels and over 200 academic course offerings designed to challenge each student according to their individual ability and needs.
The school provides a structured, faith-based environment with an average class size of 16 students and 90 classroom teachers, 63% of whom hold advanced degrees. For students who need additional academic support, Father Ryan offers customized educational experiences that accommodate diverse learning profiles. The school also provides a robust selection of sports, arts, and extracurricular activities that allow all students to develop talents and confidence outside the classroom.
Founded in 1925 and accredited through SACS and the National Catholic Educational Association, Father Ryan offers tuition at $17,380 annually with a 100% acceptance rate. Admissions contact is Marisol Preston. The school welcomes families seeking a Catholic education that balances spiritual formation with individualized academic support for students with learning differences.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students863
Class Size16:1 ratio
Tuition$17,380
Est.1925
DeadlineJan. 5
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS), Southern Association of Independent Schools
School Information
| Year Founded | 1925 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $17,380 |
| Total Students | 863 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 90 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 63 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Marisol Preston |
| Admissions Associate | Erin Riggs |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 5 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 15 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · Diving · Drill Team · Football · Golf · Ice Hockey · Lacrosse · Rugby · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling · Show More (4) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) · Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.fatherryan.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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