Briarcrest Christian High School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Yearly Tuition: $20,200
Acceptance rate: 92%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Briarcrest Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1973

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 21, 2027

Campus Size

115 acres

School Motto

Educating minds. Engaging hearts. Equipping disciples.

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

160 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

51%

Average Class Size

17 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Government & PoliticsAP Music Theory

AP StatisticsAP Studio Art - drawing

AP Studio Art-designAP US History

Computer ScienceEconomics

English LanguageEnglish Literature

World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
State or regional independent school association
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,200

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Tuition Notes

Tuition starts at $6,600 to $20,200

Acceptance Rate

92%

National avg.: 85%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Robin Gilbert

Admissions Associate

Claire Foster

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFootball

GolfLacrosse

Mountain BikingRiflery

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Water PoloWeightlifting

Wrestling

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Colors

Green, Gold

School Mascot

Saint Bernard

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

28 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Baking ClubBriarcrest Animal Rescue Club (B.A.R.C.)

Club HopeDisc Golf Club

French ClubGurlz Mentor Gurlz Club

International Thespian Honor SocietyJungle Kids for Christ Club

Key ClubLatin Club

M29 ClubMadonna Club

Medical ProfessionsMock Trial

Model UNMu Alpha Theta

National Art Honor SocietyNational Spanish Honor Society

Pickleball ClubQuiz Bowl (Knowledge Bowl)

Robotics ClubSenior Buddies

Sisters in Christ ClubSpanish Club

Spikeball ClubThe American Heart Society Club

Wilson SocietyWordsmith

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School Notes

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.

Forforty 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Briarcrest Christian High School cost?

Briarcrest Christian High School's tuition is approximately $20,200 for private students.

What schools are Briarcrest Christian High School often compared to?

Briarcrest Christian High School is often viewed alongside schools like First Assembly Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Briarcrest Christian High School?

The acceptance rate of Briarcrest Christian High School is 92%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Briarcrest Christian High School offer?

Briarcrest Christian High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Briarcrest Christian High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Briarcrest Christian High School?

The application deadline for Briarcrest Christian High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Shelby County, TN is $13,347 for elementary schools and $15,785 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Shelby County, TN is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).