Battle Ground Academy
Tel:
(615)794-3501
- 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.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 791 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Top Placements
Battle Ground Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
- Category Attribute
- ACT Score Highest average ACT score
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) AdvancED Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1889 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 791 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 20% State avg.: 15% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 95 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 70% |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 19 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average ACT score | 28 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition for the 2018-19 school year is $18,830 for Lower School, $23,050 for Middle School and $23,850 for Upper School. |
| % on Financial Aid | 20% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $11,705 |
| Admissions Director | Robin Goertz |
| Admissions Associate | Elizabeth Spitzer |
| Endowment Size | $14.1 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 19 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Adventure Program-middle school, Arts Guild-by audition, Band, Chorus, Community Service, DiGamma Honor Society, Drama, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, French Club, Honor Council, Mu Alpha Theta, Multi-Cultural Club, National Honor Society, Peer Leaders, Spanish Club, Speech and Debate Team, Student Council, 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, The Greers and The Platos, 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.
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School Reviews
| 5 Our son transferred from a public high school to BGA and we couldn't be more pleased! The staff, teachers (some doctorate level), and parents have been so welcoming to our family.
Our son was coasting by with a 3.4 at the public school. At BGA, he's fighting for his grades and learning vital study and time management skills. When speaking with college recruiters, BGA is a definite ice breaker. Recruiters are falling over themselves to get to our kids. I highly, highly recommend the BGA experience to a parent who wants their child to succeed in life and be around others who want the same. - Posted by Parent - deb |
| 5 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 - Kyfan |
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