Baylor School

Baylor School

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Type: Private / Independent, Co-educational Boarding & Day School
Grades: 6–12
Enrollment: ~1,120 students

Overview

Baylor School is a prestigious college-preparatory school founded in 1893. It offers both boarding and day programs for students in grades 6 through 12. The school is committed to academic excellence, personal character, and community engagement, with a strong Honor Code that permeates student life.

Set on a striking 690-acre campus overlooking the Tennessee River gorge, Baylor provides a richly varied environment for learning and extracurricular engagement. The campus includes modern academic facilities, a fine arts center, sports complexes, trails, river access, and dormitories — combining a rigorous academic program with an inspiring, natural setting.

Baylor’s educational philosophy emphasizes leadership, personal responsibility, and scholarship. Students benefit from advanced coursework (including research opportunities), small class sizes, and a deeply rooted community that values integrity and service.

What Makes the School Unique

• Boarding & Day Options: Offers both residential (grades 9–12) and day student programs, enabling diverse student backgrounds.

• Honor System: A long-standing Honor Code creates a culture of trust, accountability, and ethical leadership.

• Expansive, Scenic Campus: The 690-acre campus includes academic buildings, a fine arts center, athletic facilities, riverfront access, trails, and dorms.

• Strong Athletics Tradition: Baylor is known for its highly successful sports programs across many varsity teams.

• Research & Innovation Opportunities: Students can participate in research in areas like biomedical, environmental, and engineering.

• Robust Arts Program: Facilities include a theater, music studios, dance spaces, and visual arts studios.

• Community & Outdoors: The school integrates outdoor education, sustainability (e.g., a working solar farm), and community service.

• Financial Aid Commitment: Baylor provides significant financial support to students, reflecting a commitment to accessibility.

Contact Information

Address:
171 Baylor School Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405

Phone:
(423) 267-8505

Website:
www.baylorschool.org