Archon Academy in Memphis, TN, is a nonsectarian all–boys alternative school serving grades 8 through 12 in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 48 students with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by 3 teachers.
Archon Academy has a student population that is approximately 73% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for diversity.
As a suburban Memphis private school, Archon Academy is part of associations serving exceptional children, reflecting its specialized program focus.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Archon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Archon Academy?
The application deadline for Archon Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Archon Academy is Brunswick Day School/lakeside Behavioral Hlth Center (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Countrywood KinderCare (1.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Brunswick Day School/lakeside Behavioral Hlth Center
Alternative School
2911 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 154 students
Faith Christian Academy
Special Education School (Christian)
9114 Davies Plantation Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 382-2099
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 382-2099
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 14 students
Countrywood KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
9434 US Highway 64
Lakeland, TN 38002
(901) 379-1516
Lakeland, TN 38002
(901) 379-1516
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School ![St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.]( "St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.")
(Catholic)
2100 N. Germantown Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shady Oaks School
Special Education School (Christian)
2000 N Germantown Pkwy
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 737-3355
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 737-3355
2.4 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 22 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Brunswick Day School/lakeside Behavioral Hlth Center
Alternative School
2911 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 154 students
Faith Christian Academy
Special Education School (Christian)
9114 Davies Plantation Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 382-2099
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 382-2099
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 14 students
7410 Memphis Arlington Rd
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 252-7749
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 252-7749
3.3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 113 students
Morris Wilson Campus School
Alternative School
2890 Bekemeyer Dr
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 252-7250
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 252-7250
4.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 15 students
7600 Macon Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
4.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 957 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Brunswick Day School/lakeside Behavioral Hlth Center
Alternative School
2911 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 154 students
Faith Christian Academy
Special Education School (Christian)
9114 Davies Plantation Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 382-2099
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 382-2099
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 14 students
St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School ![St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.]( "St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.")
(Catholic)
2100 N. Germantown Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
7410 Memphis Arlington Rd
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 252-7749
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 252-7749
3.3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 113 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Countrywood KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
9434 US Highway 64
Lakeland, TN 38002
(901) 379-1516
Lakeland, TN 38002
(901) 379-1516
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School ![St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.]( "St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.")
(Catholic)
2100 N. Germantown Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Olivia's Montessori Preschool ![Olivia's Montessori Preschool Photo - 2 acres of beautiful property with lots of shade. Old renovated farmhouse circa 1924 has many large windows and hard wood floors.]( "Olivia's Montessori Preschool Photo - 2 acres of beautiful property with lots of shade. Old renovated farmhouse circa 1924 has many large windows and hard wood floors.")
Montessori School
2755 Appling Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 481-9261
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 481-9261
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
Cordova KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
8150 Country Village Dr
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 755-3210
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 755-3210
3.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Delano Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1716 Delano Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
13.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students
Vollentine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1682 Vollintine Ave
Memphis, TN 38107
(901) 416-4632
Memphis, TN 38107
(901) 416-4632
13.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frayser-corning Elementary School
(Math: ≤5%)
1602 Dellwood Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-5300
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-5300
13.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students
Promise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1346 Bryan St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 324-4456
13.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Minority enrollment: 99%
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