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The Webb School

5.00 (10 reviews)
319 Webb Road East Bell Buckle TN 37020
Tel: (931) 389-6003
www.thewebbschool.com
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 6-12
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $60,600
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,700
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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About the School

  • For over 155 years, The Webb School has shaped students who are ready for college and built for life.
  • On a 150-acre campus in charming Bell Buckle, Tennessee, your child will be known by name, challenged by dedicated teachers, and surrounded by peers from 25 countries and 12 states.
  • With an average class size of 13, no one falls through the cracks.
  • Signature programs in Aviation, Computer Science, Human Health and Performance, and Leadership offer rare opportunities to explore real passions before college.
  • W.I.L.D. (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) builds grit and resilience through backpacking, kayaking, and rock climbing.
  • Add an internationally recognized fine arts program, 13 varsity sports, and a culture rooted in honor and integrity, and Webb becomes something rare: a school where your child doesn't just grow academically -- they discover who they are.
  • Come find out more.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 6-12
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $60,600
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,700
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

2026 School Data
The Webb School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
7-12
8-12
Grades Offered (Day)
6-12
PK-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1870
1906
Campus Size
150 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Fri. May 21, 2027
School Motto
'Do Nothing on the Sly'

Student Body

Enrollment
300 students
320 students
% Students of Color
40%
27%
% International Students
17%
21%
% Students Boarding
25%
65%
Average SAT Score
1320
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1150 - 1520
-
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Casual
Average Class Size
11 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
75%
73%
Summer Program Offered
Yes
Yes
Summer Program Details
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Accreditations
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)
Tennessee Association of Independent Schools (TAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
# of AP Courses Offered
20
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

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size
$45 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$60,600
$71,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$28,700
(MS- 26400 US- 28700)
$40,000
Tuition international students
$72,800
$58,650
% Students on Financial Aid
50%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$17,000
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Yes
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Admissions

Application Deadline
Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
Jan. 15
Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)
Yes
No
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Acceptance Rate
60%
64%
Director of Admissions
Alex Winnicker
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
14
17
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
Cross Country RunningDance
GolfMarkmanship
RiflerySoccer
SoftballTennis
Track and FieldVolleyball
Colors
Not specified
School Mascot
Feet

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
42
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Animation ClubBoard Games
Book ClubCampus Store
Chess ClubComputer Programming
Cooking ClubCreative Writing Club
Dance MarathonDiversity Club
Dorm PrefectsDrug Awareness Club
Engineering ClubEsports
Fellowship of Christian AthletesFilm Club
French ClubGreen Feet (Environmental)
History on FilmImprovisation
International Film ClubKnitting Club
Literary MagazineMath Competition Club
Photography ClubPrefects
Social Justice ClubSon Will Society Ambassadors
Spanish ClubTheater/Drama Club
Video Editing Clubyearbook
Yoga/mindfulness


Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirGuitar Club
Strings Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading ClubClay Targets
Lacrosse ClubTable Tennis
Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball Club

College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate
100%
Year: 2025 - 2026
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
Boston University
1
Georgia Tech
1
New York University
1
Northeastern
1
Penn State University
1
UCLA
1
UCLA
1
University of Southern California
1
US Naval Academy
1
Vanderbilt
1
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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.
  • Signature Programs for High School Students: Leadership, Health and Human Performance, Computer Science/Interactive Media
  • 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.
  • 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
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Webb School cost?
The Webb School's tuition is approximately $60,600 for boarding students and $28,700 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 summer school page for more information.
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 ).

Student & Alumni Reviews

Review
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Class of 2011
5.00
University of Miami
The Webb School's steadfast commitment to the moral code that it has established is truly inspirational. Webb promotes free inquiry, critical analysis, mutual respect and tolerance and fairness and honestly. There is something unique about. . .

Class of 2012
5.00
University of Alabama in Huntsville
The relationships that are built between the faculty and the students is phenomenal. The teachers are willing to work with the students until they have a firm grasp on the material. The faculty not only. . .

Class of 2011
5.00
Davidson College
Small classes and a teaching community dedicated to its students make Webb feel like a home. Teachers are always available to help, support, and listen to their students. The honor code instills a sense of. . .
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  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) 6-12
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $60,600
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,700
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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