George Thomas Junior Academy

George Thomas Junior Academy serves 22 students in grades 7-12, is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The student:teacher of George Thomas Junior Academy is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Other.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

George Thomas Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
2002
Campus Size
250 acres

Student Body

Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • George Thomas Jr. - memorialized through the academy named in his honor.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from George Thomas Junior Academy?
George Thomas Junior Academy famous alumni include: George Thomas Jr. - memorialized through the academy named in his honor..
When is the application deadline for George Thomas Junior Academy?
The application deadline for George Thomas Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,458 for elementary schools and $14,511 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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