At Bill Rice Christian Academy, your child will receive knowledge and character.
Each student receives an excellent, disciplined education through our superior curriculum and our master teachers.
Each student also develops character. Other schools focus on sports or fine arts; we focus on character.
Character is consistantly doing right apart from outside influences (anticipated gain or possible punishment).
We produce academically strong young people who desire to do right on their own by obeying God`s principles.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,600
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bill Rice Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Campus Size
1300
Student Body
Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$3,800 for half-day K4 or K5
% on Financial Aid
4%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Nathan Reeves
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Middle School Teams, Sign Language Class
Arts and Music Programs:
Piano Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education Class
Middle School Teams, Sign Language Class
Arts and Music Programs:
Piano Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education Class
School Notes
- We use the Abeka curriculum - the top Christian curriculum in the world! We focus on character training, and our academics are excellent - our students score 1-1.5 grades higher than the average student on acheivement testing.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bill Rice Christian Academy cost?
Bill Rice Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,600 for private students.
What schools are Bill Rice Christian Academy often compared to?
Bill Rice Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Road Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Bill Rice Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Bill Rice Christian Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
When is the application deadline for Bill Rice Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Bill Rice Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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