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Athens Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 325 students in Athens, TN, 8% of all K-12 students in Athens, TN are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
100% of private schools in Athens, TN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 325
  • Average Tuition: $5,663
  • Average Class Size: 13 students
  • % Students of Color: 4%
  • View Athens, TN School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 325
  • Average Tuition: $5,663
  • Average Class Size: 13 students
  • % Students of Color: 4%
  • View Athens, TN School Trends

Top Ranked Athens Private Schools (2026-27)

Christ's Legacy Academy Photo
Christ's Legacy Academy
Gr: K-12 | 159 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Christian
625 South Matlcok
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 649-0040
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Map of Fairview Christian Academy
Fairview Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 117 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 3
Baptist
259 County Road 439
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 252-0082
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Map of Liberty Christian School
Liberty Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 49 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Christian
3328 Hwy 11 S
Athens, TN 37303
(423) 745-9248
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Athens, TN Private School Trends

3
Private Schools
325
Students
$5,663
Avg. Tuition
13
Avg. Class Size
4%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Athens)
This State (TN)
# Schools
3 Schools
605 Schools
# Students
325 Students
113,692 Students
% Students of Color
4%
21%
0.40
0.56
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
307 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
2 Students
2,796 Students
% Asian Students
1%
3%
# Hispanic Students
7 Students
4,321 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
4%
# Black Students
1 Student
7,090 Students
% Black Students
<1%
6%
# White Students
243 Students
68,608 Students
% White Students
75%
61%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
87 Students
% Hawaiian Students
<1%
<1%
# Others Students
71 Students
28,817 Students
% of Others Students
22%
26%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
36 Teachers
11,195 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
43%
55%
Average Class Size
13 students
15 students
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
26
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,663
$12,665
Average % on Financial Aid
44%
25%
Admissions & Athletics
Average Number of Extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
12 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
4 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Athens, TN?
The top ranked private schools in Athens, TN is Christ's Legacy Academy.
How many private schools are located in Athens?
3 private schools are located in Athens.
What percentage of students in Athens go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Athens are educated in private schools (compared to the TN state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Athens?
100% of private schools in Athens are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
Which private schools in Athens are often viewed compared to one another?

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