Candies Creek Academy

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)

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

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

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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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Quick Facts (2026)

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

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,520 for elementary schools and $14,602 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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