Briarcrest Christian High School
School Notes Overview:
The mission of Briarcrest Christian School is to challenge and inspire college-bound students to know and honor Jesus Christ; to seek God's truth and wisdom in all disciplines; to pursue excellence and integrity in their academic, creative, and athletic endeavors so that they might "grow in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and Men." Luke 2:52. Our vision is that Briarcrest Christian School will be the leader in inspiring young men and women to become authentic followers of Christ and in challenging them to achieve their highest academic, creative and athletic potential....
School Overview:
Briarcrest Christian High School |
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| School Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) State or regional independent school association |
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| Religious Affiliation | Christian (no specific denomination) | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | ||
| Year Founded | 1973 | ||
| County | Shelby County, TN | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 591 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
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(TN) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 10% | 24% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 145 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 164 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 136 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 146 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 43 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 40% | ||
| Average Class Size | 19 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 13 | ||
Advanced Courses |
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| AP Studio Art - drawing | AP Studio Art-design | ||
| AP Music Theory | AP Calculus AB | ||
| AP Calculus BC | AP Statistics | ||
| AP Biology | AP Chemistry | ||
| AP US History | AP European History | ||
| AP Government & Politics | |||
| Average SAT score | 1305 | ||
| Average ACT score | 24 | ||
| Classroom dress code | Casual (Navy or Khaki pants, white, yellow, green or blue shirts) |
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(TN) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | n/a | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 176 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $10,000 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Varies by grade | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 12% | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 98% | ||
| Head of School | Mark Merrill | ||
| Admissions Director | Nancy Blaylock | ||
| Admissions Associate | Claire Foster | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 16 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Bowling | Cheering | ||
| Cross Country | Drill Team | ||
| Football | Golf | ||
| Lacrosse | Soccer | ||
| Softball | Swimming | ||
| Tennis | Track and Field | ||
| Volley Ball | Wrestling | ||
School Notes:
- For more than thirty years, Briarcrest Christian School has been recognized in the Memphis region for its unique combination of academic excellence and Christian education. Beginning at the preschool level, our commitment is to educate the total student and to help young men and women achieve full potential in all realms of life. Programs for kindergarten through Grade 8 were begun in 1973, and a program for Grades 9-12 was added in 1974. The school is dually-accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and Southern Association of Independent Schools. Briarcrest is also a member of the Association of Christian Schools International, Tennessee Association of Independent Schools, Memphis Association of Independent Schools, and the College Board. Briarcrest Christian School is a non-denominational educational institution in which conservative Christian values and morals are taught and practiced in every aspect of school life. All students attend chapel services, study the Bible, and are encouraged to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Profile last updated: 10/22/2009
In the News:
- UNC parlays national title into ACC's top recruiting class (Winston-Salem Journal)
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (38028) | School Zip (38028) |
(TN) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 5,049 people | 5,681,706 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 34% | 18% |
| Population Average Age | 42 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.8 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $66,402 | $40,664 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 7.2 rooms | 5.5 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 22 years old | 37 years old |
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| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (38028) 
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| % Owning / % Renting | 91% / 9% | 65% / 35% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- St. Benedict At Auburndale - 938 students - 5.3 mi. away - view location
- Christ The Rock Christian Academy - 152 students - 6.1 mi. away - view location
- Youth Habilitation Center - 26 students - 7.2 mi. away - view location
- Memphis University School - 650 students - 7.5 mi. away - view location
- Christian Brothers High School - 830 students - 7.7 mi. away - view location
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