Battle Ground Academy

336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin, TN, 37069-0370
Tel: (615)794-3501
Grades: K - 12 | 879 students
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Battle Ground Academy founded in 1889 is a regional coeducational college preparatory school for grades K-12. The school is located on two campuses, the Harpeth Campus for grade K-4 and the Glen Echo campus for grades 5-12.

School Overview:
Battle Ground Academy
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1889
Student Body
Total Students 879 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 9% (TN School Avg.: 14%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 95 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 68%
Number of AP Courses 14 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Average SAT score 1240
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid 14%
Admissions Director Robin Goertz
Sports
Total Sports Offered 17 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Bowling Cheering
Cross Country Dance
Football Golf
Ice Hockey Riflery
Soccer Softball
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball
Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 22 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Adventure Program-middle school Arts Guild-by audition
Band Chorus
Community Service DiGamma Honor Society
Drama Environmental Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes French Club
Honor Council Mock Trial
Mu Alpha Theta Multi-Cultural Club
National Honor Society Peer Leaders
Spanish Club Speech and Debate Team
Student Council Students Against Drunk Driving
Yearbook Staff Young Life

School Notes:

  • BGA is a school rich in history and tradition. From the Honor Code to the annual tug between the two societies, students and graduates have a bond that links them together. Graduates from BGA are accepted at many of the finest colleges and universities in the country.

    • Profile last updated: 06/12/2012

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Nearby Schools:

Battle Ground Academy
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
Franklin Classical School
Gr. K-12 | 1.3 mi. away
Eagles Nest Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 1.5 mi. away
KinderCare Fieldstone Farms
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 1.7 mi. away
Cool Springs KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 2 mi. away
Cool Springs Montessori
Gr. PK-Nursery/Preschool | 2.2 mi. away

View all schools in: Franklin, Williamson County, Zip 37069

School Reviews:

  • Recommended January 31,2013 - My daughter has had a wonderful 5 years in the Lower School. She has been nurtured, supported and loved by the Lower School teachers. As well, Dr. Graham, the principal, is a tremendous administrator and the kids and parents love him! I would strongly suggest that you visit the school.*-Posted by Parent *

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