New Hope Christian School

New Hope Christian school is a ministry of New Hope Baptist Church.
The school began as a vision of Pastor Ralph Waggoner and became a reality in 1993 with complete cooperation of the congregation of the church.
It is a Kindergarten through 8th grade private school which is distinctively Christian in its atmosphere and approach to education.
Jesus Christ is the center of learning; therefore, it is our desire that our students come to a personal knowledge of Christ as Savior and Lord.
The mission of New Hope Christian School is to provide an environment in which children will develop to their God-given potential; to equip students with skills, knowledge, and values to influence society for Christ; and to minister to the families of our students.
The mission of New Hope Christian School is to provide an environment in which children will develop to their God-given potential; to equip students with skills, knowledge, and values to influence society for Christ; and to minister to the families of our students.
New Hope Christian School is a ministry of the body of Christ that will educate children by instilling a Biblical worldview providing Bible-based curriculum and Christian example; that will produce godly citizens filled with God's love, truth, and wisdom.
We will be an instrument in God's hand to carry out the Great Commission in the redemption of the lost world; and we will aid the community by meeting the special needs of students and families as we are gifted and enabled by God to do so.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,479
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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New Hope Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • New Hope Christian school is a ministry of New Hope Baptist Church. The school began as a vision of Pastor Ralph Waggoner and became a reality in 1993 with complete cooperation of the congregation of the church. It is a Kindergarten through 8th grade private school which is distinctively Christian in its atmosphere and approach to education. Jesus Christ is the center of learning; therefore, it is our desire that our students come to a personal knowledge of Christ as Savior and Lord. The mission of New Hope Christian School is to provide an environment in which children will develop to their God-given potential; to equip students with skills, knowledge, and values to influence society for Christ; and to minister to the families of our students. The mission of New Hope Christian School is to provide an environment in which children will develop to their God-given potential; to equip students with skills, knowledge, and values to influence society for Christ; and to minister to the families of our students. New Hope Christian School is a ministry of the body of Christ that will educate children by instilling a Biblical worldview providing Bible-based curriculum and Christian example; that will produce godly citizens filled with God's love, truth, and wisdom. We will be an instrument in God's hand to carry out the Great Commission in the redemption of the lost world; and we will aid the community by meeting the special needs of students and families as we are gifted and enabled by God to do so.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does New Hope Christian School cost?
New Hope Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,479 for private students.
When is the application deadline for New Hope Christian School?
The application deadline for New Hope Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,479
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Knox County, TN is $14,867 for elementary schools and $14,706 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Knox County, TN is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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