Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Evangelical Christian School
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Evangelical Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Students By Grade
Grade 10 has 86 students and is the largest grade at Evangelical Christian School.
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1965
School Motto
Partnering with Parents. Building for Life.
Student Body
Total Students
965 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
90 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Pre-Kindergarten | $11,460
Jr. Kindergarten | $11,590
Sr. Kindergarten | $12,170
Grade 1 | $14,330
Grade 2 | $14,910
Grade 3 | $15,350
Grades 4-6 | $15,550
Grades 7-8 | $17,540
Grades 9-12 | $19,650
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Cathy Boyd
Admissions Associate
Sarah Young
Application URL
Endowment Size
$31 million
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Colors
White, Gold, Cardinal
School Mascot
Eagle
School Notes
- The mission of Evangelical Christian School is to provide the Christian family a Christ-centered, biblically-directed education that challenges students to know the Lord Jesus Christ and to develop the vision and practice of excellence in academics, character, leadership and service to others.
- The mission of Evangelical Christian School is to provide the Christian family a Christ-centered, biblically-directed education that challenges students to know the Lord Jesus Christ and to develop the vision and practice of excellence in academics, character, leadership and service to others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Evangelical Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Evangelical Christian School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Evangelical Christian School offer?
Evangelical Christian School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Evangelical Christian School's ranking?
Evangelical Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Evangelical Christian School?
The application deadline for Evangelical Christian School is Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
View the Evangelical Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break
March 08, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 08, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 09, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 09, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2027 (Wednesday)
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The nearest high school to Evangelical Christian School is First Assembly Christian School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Cadance Academy Preschool (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Cordova KinderCare (1.0 miles away)
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Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
8650 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 107 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Baptist
711 North Houston Levee Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 322-6300
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
6319 Raleigh Lagrange Road
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-0205
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Special Education School
2404 Arthur Road
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-4360
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 775 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 66
Catholic
4830 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
8650 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Special Education School
2404 Arthur Road
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-4360
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 775 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 66
Catholic
4830 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 675 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 28
Christian
1100 Cherry Road
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 767-4494
Distance: 7.6 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 21 students
Baptist
3812 Kirby Pkwy
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 795-5407
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
8650 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 107 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Baptist
711 North Houston Levee Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 322-6300
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
6319 Raleigh Lagrange Road
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-0205
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 26 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Special Education School
2404 Arthur Road
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 757-4360
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 775 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 66
Catholic
4830 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
8650 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 107 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Baptist
711 North Houston Levee Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 322-6300
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
6319 Raleigh Lagrange Road
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-0205
Distance: 5.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 775 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 66
Catholic
4830 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 675 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 28
Christian
1100 Cherry Road
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 767-4494
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
771 Walnut Knoll Lane
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 756-0313
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 2
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
8200 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 758-8877
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
8150 Country Village Dr
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 755-3210
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
8563 Fay Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 751-2000
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
8650 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 735 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 38
All-boys (Catholic)
5900 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 261-4900
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 13 students
Alternative School (Baptist)
6161 Summer Avenue
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-2060
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 912 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 65
1381 W Massey Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 474-1000
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: K-12 | 154 students
Alternative School
2911 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 2
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
8200 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 758-8877
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
8563 Fay Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 751-2000
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
2100 N. Germantown Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 534 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
Christian
8650 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
771 Walnut Knoll Lane
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 756-0313
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 2
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
8200 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 758-8877
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
8150 Country Village Dr
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 755-3210
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
8563 Fay Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 751-2000
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Dexter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
7105 Dexter Rd
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-0355
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-0355
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 1,509 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Memphis School Of Excellence Cordova
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8360 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 421-6825
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 421-6825
1.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 448 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary Cordova
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8350 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 707-8146
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 707-8146
1.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Riverwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1330 Stern Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-2310
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-2310
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 985 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Cordova Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Sanga Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-2189
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 416-2189
2.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Minority enrollment: 95%
School Reviews
5 11/8/2024
This is our 3rd year at ECS. Both of my children are thriving in the Christian environment. The teachers are caring. yet hold them accountable. We are truly grateful for the leadership and teaching at ECS.
5 11/8/2024
ECS is a school that truly cares for its students and families. They see the importance of viewing every part of life through the Gospel lens. They teach our children to do everything (academics, athletics, fine arts, etc) for the Glory of God.
5 11/8/2024
We love the mission of ECS. It id important to us that our boys are taught a biblical worldview as a part of their education.
5 9/29/2023
ECS has been a wonderful experience for my three children. They have learned so much academically, physically, and most importantly spiritually. It has blessed me to watch the teachers care so deeply about their students.
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