Grace Covenant Baptist Academy is a weekday ministry of Grace Covenant Baptist Church, a Southern Baptist Convention affiliate church.
The academy offers a weekday preschool program for ages 3 and 4, an after school program for students in Grades K thru 5, and a private Christian elementary school for students in Grades K thru 5.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Grace Covenant Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
10 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Seeing Stars Reading Program
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms are not used in this school
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based upon a 10-month payment schedule of $400 per month.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Rev. Dr. Alan Smith
Admissions Associate
Deborah Smith
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Providing a quality Christian education.
- Grace Covenant Baptist Academy is distinctively different and uniquely Christian, offering care and classes for children, ages 3 thru Grade 5. All elementary teachers are Tennessee state-licensed teachers using the Abeka curriculum. Teacher-pupil ratio is maintained at a low ratio to insure a quality education for all students. Learning is provided in a safe environment where Christian principles and values and taught and demonstrated.
- Grace Covenant Baptist Academy DOES NOT no longer requires uniforms for students, effective with the 2020-2021 school year.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Grace Covenant Baptist Academy cost?
Grace Covenant Baptist Academy's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Grace Covenant Baptist Academy?
The acceptance rate of Grace Covenant Baptist Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
When is the application deadline for Grace Covenant Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Grace Covenant Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Grace Covenant Baptist Academy located?
Grace Covenant Baptist Academy is located in the Cedar Bluff neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 4 other private schools located in Cedar Bluff.
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