Compass

Compass serves 61 students in grades 4-12. The student:teacher of Compass is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Compass ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12

Student Body

Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Compass Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$0, assessment is offered at no cost.
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Compass?
The application deadline for Compass is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Compass located?
Compass is located in the Richwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 4-12
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Memphis, TN is $13,330 for elementary schools and $14,553 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Memphis, TN is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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