West End Academy

5311 Mckamey Rd, Knoxville, TN, 37921-0379
Since 1971, West End Academy has been extremely successful in helping thousands of students achieve their goals of positive educational attitudes, better grades, graduation from an accredited high school and additional education beyond high school. We are aware of thousands of children in Knoxville & surrounding areas looking for success in education. West End Academy wants to be of help to these students. We are committed to fostering a supportive faculty and staff. We will encourage high academic achievement and maintain our interest in developing the individual child, so that he or she might realize their fullest potential as creations of God. West End Academy welcomes applications for admission from children and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, nationality, or ethnic origin in our admission policies, financial aid, or school activities. Our vision is to help Knoxville & surrounding areas children whose educational needs are not otherwise being met. Recently, we have added nursery school and pre-k to our list. We enjoy being able to help care for children from age one until they are ready to move out into the world as pillars of the community.

School Overview:

West End Academy
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1971
Student Body
Total Students 37 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 80%
Average Class Size 8 students
Number of AP Courses 3 courses
Advanced Courses
English English Lit
Trigonometry
Average ACT score 20
Classroom dress code Casual
(tucked in school shirt and pulled up pants)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jul. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $7,025
Tuition Notes We have scholarships available based on family need.
% on Financial Aid 20%
Average Financial Aid Grant $3,500
Acceptance Rate 90%
Admissions Director David Dowling
Admissions Associate Aurora Prophet
Sports
Total Sports Offered 6 sports
Sports
Basketball Cheering
Cross Country Flag Football
Golf Volleyball

School Notes:

  • Since 1971, West End Academy has been extremely successful in helping thousands of students achieve their goals of positive educational attitudes, better grades, graduation from an accredited high school and additional education beyond high school. We are aware of thousands of children in Knoxville & surrounding areas looking for success in education. West End Academy wants to be of help to these students. We are committed to fostering a supportive faculty and staff. We will encourage high academic achievement and maintain our interest in developing the individual child, so that he or she might realize their fullest potential as creations of God. West End Academy welcomes applications for admission from children and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, nationality, or ethnic origin in our admission policies, financial aid, or school activities. Our vision is to help Knoxville & surrounding areas children whose educational needs are not otherwise being met.

Nearby Schools:

West End Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
New Pathway Academy
Gr. 9-12 | 1.1 mi. away
Grace Christian Academy
Gr. K-12 | 2.7 mi. away
West Hills Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-K | 2.7 mi. away
Apostolic Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 2.8 mi. away
West End Kindergarten
Gr. K | 3 mi. away

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