Jackson Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked TN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 871 students
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Jackson Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Church of Christ

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Jackson Christian School
Nursery	75
Pre-K	131
Kind	49
1	39
2	37
3	36
4	47
5	54
6	43
7	49
8	63
9	58
10	54
11	68
12	68

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1976

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

28 acres

School Motto

Learn. Lead. Love. like Christ.

Student Body

Total Students

871 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

52 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

63%

Average Class Size

17 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform Shirt, Khaki pants or shorts

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Christian School Association (NCSA)
Other school association(s)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 28 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Starting tuition at: $6,000 Two-Three Year Olds $6,450 Junior K and Kindergarten $6,850 1st-5th $7,550 6th-8th $8,150 9th-12th

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

School Mascot

Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

BandBass Fishing Club

Beta ClubColor Guard

Drama ClubEagle Mission Club

Eagles for ChristFellowship of Christian Athletes

National Honor SocietySpanish Club

School Notes

At JCS our aim is to prepare our graduates for the rigors of college and beyond.
With a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1, and more than 63 percent of our current faculty holding a Master's degree or higher, we can give our students the ability to maximize their chance of future success.
The 69 graduates of the JCS class of 2011 will soon descend upon college campuses across the country.
Our seniors will enter the next phase of their education with confidence that they have been prepared for their bright future.
The top 20% of our seniors earned an average score of 28 on the ACT. Through our Dual-credit program many of them will enter their freshmen year with more than 20 college credit hours under their belt.
While these students are busy buying bedding and other necessities for their dorm room, their parents are resting a little easier knowing that their child received a part of the more than $3.4 million in scholarships awarded to our 2011 graduates.

Mission Statement:To lead students to love God by providing a quality values-oriented education in a Christian environment.

Students:We have approximately 900 students from 11 West Tennessee counties enrolled in our 2 year old through 12th grade programs.

Faculty:We have more than 120 faculty and staff members, 63 percent of whom hold a master’s or doctoral degree. Our student to faculty ratio is 12:1, providing great opportunities for our students.

Location:Our Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade campus is located at 832 Country Club, Jackson, Tennessee, just off ofThe Columnsshopping district. Our 2-4 year old preschool campus is located at 1490 Campbell Street in the Campbell Street church of Christ building.

Campus:Set on 28 acres, our main campus has facilities for Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade, housing two libraries, science labs, gymnasiums, and multiple computer labs. In addition, our large music facility and Early Learning Village were built to foster growth.

Accreditation:Jackson Christian School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Christian School Association.

Athletics:Competitive programs include basketball, baseball, cheerleading, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and track and field. State Championships include baseball in 2014 and 2008 and football in 2006; Boys' basketball was 2nd in district in 2008, Girls' soccer 1st in district 2007, and Boys' soccer 2nd in state in 2010.

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What schools are Jackson Christian School often compared to?

Jackson Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like University School Of Jackson, Trinity Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does Jackson Christian School offer?

Jackson Christian School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Marksmanship, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Track and Field.

What is Jackson Christian School's ranking?

Jackson Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Jackson Christian School?

The application deadline for Jackson Christian School is Feb. 28 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 28 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $12,771 for elementary schools and $13,939 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).