Silverdale Baptist Academy is a non-denominational,private Christian school, a ministry of Silverdale Baptist Church, that partners together with parents to raise young men and women of character.
SBA offers kindergarten through 12th grade classes, as well as preschool.
Also, the IMPACT program at SBA is for students with learning differences.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,275
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Silverdale Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
965 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
54%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus, AP Government, AP Psychology, AP US History, Dual Enrollment Composition I & II, Dual Enrollment Pre-Calculus I & II, Dual Enrollment Spanish I & II
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Elementary Tuition: $8710
Middle School Tuition: $10130
High School Tuition: $10900
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Christie Johnson
Admissions Associate
Heather Silvious
Application URL
Endowment Size
$12 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Chess Club, Elementary Drama, Group Guitar Club, Junior Nature Club, Private Guitar Instruction, Private Piano Instruction, Private Vocal Instruction, Scrapbooking Club, Webkinz Club, Worship Through Dance
Club or Organization:
Candy Making Club, Rock Climbing
Club or Organization:
Candy Making Club, Rock Climbing
School Notes
- School Motto: “I am a child of God I ought to do His will I can do what He tells me And by His grace I will”
- Silverdale Baptist Academy functions as a ministry of Silverdale Baptist Church. We believe God has given parents the responsibility of educating their children, and thus the school is to function as an extension of the home. Our primary purpose is to support Silverdale Baptist Church in nurturing, educating and equipping children for the service of the Kingdom (Matthew 28:19-20) We will come alongside parents in carrying out their responsibilites as God's stewards over their children's educational and spiritual development.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Silverdale Baptist Academy cost?
Silverdale Baptist Academy's tuition is approximately $8,275 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Silverdale Baptist Academy?
The acceptance rate of Silverdale Baptist Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does Silverdale Baptist Academy offer?
Silverdale Baptist Academy offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Silverdale Baptist Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for most sports offered.
What is Silverdale Baptist Academy's ranking?
Silverdale Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Silverdale Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Silverdale Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 9/27/2022
This school is amazing and I recommend going here.
5 3/2/2019
Was so Blessed for my son to attend here k3 -12. Areally great school
5 10/7/2018
Excellent preparation for college.
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