Lighthouse Christian Academy

Lighthouse Christian Academy is a co–ed Christian school in suburban Hendersonville, TN, serving students in grades K–12 since 1978.
The school has a total K–12 enrollment of 5,001 students with a student–teacher ratio of 556:1 and a teaching staff of 9.
Annual tuition at this Hendersonville private school is $1,025, placing it among the more affordable options in the area.
Approximately 41% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Lighthouse Christian Academy ranks in the top 20% statewide for private school affordability and enrollment size.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 5,001 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,025
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Lighthouse Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
5,001 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Lighthouse Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Lighthouse
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lighthouse Christian Academy cost?
Lighthouse Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $1,025 for private students.
What is Lighthouse Christian Academy's ranking?
Lighthouse Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Lighthouse Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Lighthouse Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked TN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 5,001 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,025
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Tennessee is $13,478 for elementary schools and $14,516 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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