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Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #1 - Beginning at the preschool level, our commitment is to educate the total student, providing a nurturing, balanced, well-rounded educational experience and to help young men and women achieve their full potential in all facets of life. Briarcrest Christian School is a non-denominational, co-educational environment in which the Christian world view and biblical values are taught and practiced in everyday.
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Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #1 - Beginning at the preschool level, our commitment is to educate the total student, providing a nurturing, balanced, well-rounded educational experience and to help young men and women achieve their full potential in all facets of life. Briarcrest Christian School is a non-denominational, co-educational environment in which the Christian world view and biblical values are taught and practiced in everyday.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #2 - Briarcrest offers an impressive selection of choices, not only in the academic curriculum, but also in athletics, fine arts, student activities, spiritual development and community service. We provide a unique opportunity to find your child's perfect balance.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #3 - Briarcrest offers a convenient One-Stop-Shop" campus allowing our students in Collierville, Germantown, Eads, Cordova, Arlington and Fayette County to enjoy a neighborhood" school in their own backyard. Whether you have an elementary, middle school or high school student, parents are able drive to one convenient location and drop all of their students for school. Our elementary, middle school and high
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #4 - Mission Statement: The Briarcrest Christian School Athletic Department exists to provide a successful and well-respected athletic program for students, focusing on excellence and character development in a Christ-centered environment. Vision Statement: The Briarcrest Christian School Athletic Department will become the premier school-based athletic program in the Memphis area, recognized for developing athletes to their full potential.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #5 - Participation in monthly service projects keep students, parents, and faculty aware of the need to help others and to create a servants spirit within everyone at Briarcrest.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #6 - Our school opened Studio 73, a new recording studio with two tracking booths and digital recording stations that allow our students to learn the art of live recording in a professional studio environment. This state-of-the-art recording studio features Pro Tools HD, a mixing room and 3 tracking rooms, and an X-32 console with Midas pre-amps. Students are able to use
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #7 - The BCS theatre program is a comprehensive program offering theatre opportunities from kindergarten through the twelfth grade.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #8 - From our Elementary Saintly Singers to Middle School Choirs, Bands, and Musical Theatre to High School Vocal, Instrumental, Visual, and Theatre Arts programs, Briarcrest invests in, develops, and matures the artist and performer in every child.All of our talented and dedicated faculty-artists have at least one master's degrees in their field of expertise, have taught at the collegiate level.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #9 - The award winning Briarcest theatre program is designed to allow students to use their God given talents to glorify God through the performing arts.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #10 - Mission 1:8 DayOne of the biggest service opportunities of the year is our Mission 1:8 day. Each year, Briarcest devotes an entire school day in service to the local community. All middle school and high students and faculty participate in a variety of service projects throughout the Greater Memphis area.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #11 - The new strength and conditioning program continues to develop our student athletes into stronger, more conditioned athletes. We are constantly developing new and innovative ways to make our athletic program one the strongest.
Briarcrest Christian High School Photo #12 - What We Offer:BRIARCREST OFFERS A FULL RANGE of Varsity, Junior Varsity and Middle School teams in 17 sports.
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.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,755 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,550
  • Acceptance rate: 92%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1973

Student Body

Total Students
1,755 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Briarcrest Christian High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
43%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP European History, AP Government & Politics, AP Music Theory, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art - drawing, AP Studio Art-design, AP US History
Average ACT score
26
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
92%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Robin Gilbert
Admissions Associate
Claire Foster

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
2nd Chances Club, Art Club, Big Brother Big Sister Club, Book Club, Bridge Builders Club, Chopsticks Club, Christian Acapella Hip Hop Club, Cupcake Club, Ecuador Jungle Kids Club, FCA, Fishing Club, French Club, Team Up for St. Jude Club

School Notes

  • For forty 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.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Briarcrest Christian High School cost?

Briarcrest Christian High School's tuition is approximately $17,550 for private students.

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 87%.

What sports does Briarcrest Christian High School offer?

Briarcrest Christian High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Briarcrest Christian High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for most sports offered.

What is Briarcrest Christian High School's ranking?

Briarcrest Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body and 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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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,755 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,550
  • Acceptance rate: 92%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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