Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School serves 520 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher of Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School is 29:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked TN School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
520 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
72%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$95 for 1st child in 9th-12th Grade; $85 for 2nd child
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Freedom in Home Education
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School's ranking?
Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School?
The application deadline for Chestnut Ridge Academy & Satellite School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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