Brinkley Heights Urban Academy is a private Christian School for at-risk inner-city children.
BHUA is an interventionist type of school with an emphasis on early intervention through early childhood education.
BHUA's focus is on educating the whole student in a nurturing safe environment where academic, social, and spiritual growth is pursued with fervor.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Brinkley Heights Urban Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
108 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Brinkley Heights Urban Academy?
The application deadline for Brinkley Heights Urban Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Brinkley Heights Urban Academy located?
Brinkley Heights Urban Academy is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other private schools located in The Heights.
School Reviews
5 4/8/2020
I love this school. 5 of my grandchildren go there. We are so blessed and we thank our Lord for the privilege of them going there. Thank you God.
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