Battle Ground Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TN School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 908 students
Yearly Tuition: $30,900
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Battle Ground Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Battle Ground Academy
Kind	40
1	38
2	40
3	40
4	50
5	72
6	85
7	82
8	85
9	95
10	97
11	96
12	88

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1889

School Motto

Character. Scholarship. Excellence.

Student Body

Total Students

908 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

100 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniforms

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$30,900

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for the 2022-23 school year is $20,620 for Lower School, $25,870 for Middle School and $26,920 for Upper School.

% on Financial Aid

24%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$12,100

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Robin Goertz

Admissions Associate

Ansley Page

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$14.1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

RiflerySoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

Colors

Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Wildcat

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Adventure Program-middle schoolArts Guild-by audition

BandChorus

Community ServiceDiGamma Honor Society

DramaFellowship of Christian Athletes

French ClubHonor Council

Mu Alpha ThetaMulti-Cultural Club

National Honor SocietyPeer Leaders

Spanish ClubSpeech and Debate Team

Student CouncilYearbook Staff

Young Life

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School Notes

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.

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.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Battle Ground Academy cost?

Battle Ground Academy's tuition is approximately $30,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Battle Ground Academy?

The acceptance rate of Battle Ground Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does Battle Ground Academy offer?

Battle Ground Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is Battle Ground Academy's ranking?

Battle Ground Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Battle Ground Academy?

The application deadline for Battle Ground Academy is Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/17/2016

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 1/31/2013

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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