The King's Academy is a Christ-centered day and boarding school reaching local, national and international students of all socioeconomic backgrounds, educating and preparing them academically, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually for the 21st Century.
The King's Academy is dedicated to preparing students for a life of maximum contribution to the cause of Christ. This preparation focuses on the mental, physical, spiritual, and social development of each student.
Education equips the student with the training and values necessary for happy and successful living in a pluralistic and democratic society, both now and in the future.
The academy's curriculum provides not only for the common and general needs of school youth, but also for individual interests and needs.
The academy provides opportunities for students to develop healthy bodies and habits.
The individual's spiritual development coincides with his or her intellectual, social, and physical training.
Providing opportunities for personal and individual response to the claims of Jesus Christ is a premise on which the academy is firmly based.
The academy provides an educational atmosphere in which Christian beliefs and values are freely examined and expressed.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The King's 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
1880
Colors
Black, Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
65 acres
Student Body
Total Students
459 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
13 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP Calculus A/BAP Language
AP U.S. HistoryDual Enrollment English Comp I
Dual Enrollment English Comp IIHonors Algebra I
Honors Algebra IIHonors Band
Honors Biology IHonors Choir
Honors English IHonors English II
Honors GeometryHonors Pre-Calculus
Average SAT score
1218
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
22
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or navy pants and polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$8500
$9140 - Grades K-2
$9610- Grades 3-5
$10,080 - Grades 6-8 Day Student
$10,940 - Grades 9-12 Day Student
5-day boarding students:
R/B/T- Grades 7-8 $19730
R/B/T- Grades 9-12 $20260
7-Day Boarding students:
R/B/T Grades 7-8 $27,730
R/B/T Grades 9-12 $28,800
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Lori Campbell
Admissions Associate
Jennifer Hamilton
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Jr. Beta ClubNational Beta Club
National Honor SocietyScience Olympiad
Student AmbassadorsStudent Government
Arts and Music Programs:
All East ChoirDrama
Praise and Worship Team
School Notes
- School Motto: R.O.A.R. (Radical Love for Jesus & Others, take Opportunities to Serve, display Christlike Attitudes, and speak with Respectful Language)
- School Mascot: Lion
- The King's Academy is a Christ-centered day and boarding school reaching local, national and international students of all socioeconomic backgrounds, educating and preparing them academically, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually for the 21st Century. The King's Academy is dedicated to preparing students for a life of maximum contribution to the cause of Christ. This preparation focuses on the mental, physical, spiritual, and social development of each student. Education equips the student with the training and values necessary for happy and successful living in a pluralistic and democratic society, both now and in the future. The academy's curriculum provides not only for the common and general needs of school youth, but also for individual interests and needs. The academy provides opportunities for students to develop healthy bodies and habits. The individual's spiritual development coincides with his or her intellectual, social, and physical training. Providing opportunities for personal and individual response to the claims of Jesus Christ is a premise on which the academy is firmly based. The academy provides an educational atmosphere in which Christian beliefs and values are freely examined and expressed.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The King's Academy often compared to?
The King's Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Seymour Community Christian School, Christian Academy Of The Smokies by visitors of our site.
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What sports does The King's Academy offer?
The King's Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is The King's Academy's ranking?
The King's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The King's Academy?
The application deadline for The King's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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