Hendersonville Christian Academy vs. Sumner Academy
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School Overview
Overview
Hendersonville Christian Academy exists to partner with the home and church in teaching students the Word of God and the skills and knowledge to live a productive Christian life.
Students enjoy learning in a safe environment as they experience the Crusader Difference: Love God, Love Others, Love Country. Whether you want to pursue college dual enrollment classes or take advantage of help classes, the Christian values saturated in an academically rigorous setting will prepare you for life.
Come experience a day with us at HCA. Getting a feel for school culture, meeting the amazing professional teachers, and eating the homemade school lunch will be an experience worth your time.
HCA is fully accredited through TACS and Cognia. Preschool and elementary students have summer camp opportunities.
See your child eager to take on each day, excited to see their teachers, and ready to share their experiences with you when the day is done.
For over 52 years, Sumner Academy has put students' best interests first in every decision about our program.
Our independent, non-religious, private, Pre-K to 8th grade school truly inspires a love of learning.
We use a faculty-driven curriculum, and learning takes place inside and outside of the classroom. Our secure, 23-acre campus is located in Gallatin, Tennessee.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
n/a
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
n/a
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
n/a
Year Founded
1977
1973
Students Body
Total Students
241 students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
15%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
52
18
Kindergarten Students
20
19
Grade 1 Students
16
24
Grade 2 Students
19
18
Grade 3 Students
17
20
Grade 4 Students
17
16
Grade 5 Students
19
14
Grade 6 Students
11
8
Grade 7 Students
18
9
Grade 8 Students
9
10
Grade 9 Students
15
-
Grade 10 Students
10
-
Grade 11 Students
5
-
Grade 12 Students
13
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
25 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
33%
36%
Average Class Size
15
13
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
6:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniforms)
(Uniforms)
Formal
(Uniforms)
(Uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$8,065
$15,443
Tuition Notes
EFS, IEA, and ESA scholarships accepted.
Tuition varies by grade, and includes costs for technology, textbooks, supplies, and lunch. There are no extra fees! Uniforms, afterschool care, and overnight field trips are an extra cost.
- Pre-K: $11,113
- K: $12,751
- Lower School (1-4): $14,975
- Middle School (5-8): $15,443
% on Financial Aid
25%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$6,096
Acceptance Rate
93%
80%
Admissions Director
n/a
Sheree' Zobl
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
6
13
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Honor SocietyStudent Council
Yearbook Staff
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama ClubMusic Lessons
Voice Lessons
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BandCooking Club
Debate ClubDrama Club
EnviromentalLego League
LEGO Robotics TeamMinecraft
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtChoir
Spanish
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flag Football