Cross Creek Christian School

Cross Creek Christian School is pleased to offer instruction, support, and opportunities to families who have chosen to educate their children at home.
Parents can decide between our university-style class program, which includes classroom instruction and lesson plans, our virtual campus (online curriculum), or our total home education program that allows the parent to choose the curriculum and provide all the instruction at home.
Both programs include online record keeping, annual testing opportunities, field trips, school photos and yearbook, graduation ceremonies, and extra-curricular activities.
At Cross Creek, parents are considered the primary teacher who is working cooperatively with our classroom instructors in providing a quality, Christ-centered education for their children.
As such, parents are considered to be classroom instructors and their home a satellite campus of Cross Creek Christian School, Inc. We believe in the academic freedom of our parents.
Just as the State cannot regulate our churches, it cannot regulate us as a church-related school We believe that it is your right and responsibility to educate your children in the way that you feel is academically and spiritually appropriate.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 186 students
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cross Creek Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'We believe in the academic freedom of our parents.'

Student Body

Total Students
186 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Cross Creek Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Modesty Required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$500 per class hour
% on Financial Aid
30%
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
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School Notes

  • Cross Creek Christian School is pleased to offer instruction, support, and opportunities to families who have chosen to educate their children at home. Parents can decide between our university model class program, which includes classroom instruction and lesson plans, or our total home education program that allows the parent to choose the curriculum and provide all the instruction at home. Both programs include record keeping, annual testing opportunities, field trips, school photos and yearbook, graduation ceremonies, and extra-curricular activities. At Cross Creek, parents are considered the primary teacher who is working cooperatively with our classroom instructors in providing a quality, Christ-centered education for their children. As such, parents are considered to be classroom instructors and their home a satellite campus of Cross Creek Christian School, Inc. We believe in the academic freedom of our parents. Just as the State cannot regulate our churches, it cannot regulate us as a church-related school We believe that it is your right and responsibility to educate your children in the way that you feel is academically and spiritually appropriate.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Cross Creek Christian School often compared to?
Cross Creek Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Monroe County Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Cross Creek Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Cross Creek Christian School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Cross Creek Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Tennessee with low acceptance rates.
What is Cross Creek Christian School's ranking?
Cross Creek Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Cross Creek Christian School?
The application deadline for Cross Creek Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked TN School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 186 students
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,590 for elementary schools and $14,800 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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