Candies Creek Academy

294 Old Eureka Rd Nw Charleston, TN 37310
www.candiescreekacademy.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Candies Creek Academy in Charleston, TN serves 78 co–educational students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural setting.
  • The school has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 10 teachers, allowing for small class sizes across all grade levels.
  • Established with a Baptist orientation, Candies Creek Academy is affiliated with the American Association of Christian Schools and the Association of Classical and Christian Schools.
  • Approximately 4% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
  • Located near Cleveland, TN, this rural K–12 private school offers education within a community–oriented environment.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Candies Creek Academy?
The application deadline for Candies Creek Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,549 for elementary schools and $14,623 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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