The King's Academy
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 Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 462 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
The King's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
462 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus A/B, AP Chemistry, AP Language, AP Literature, AP Physics, AP Statistics, Dual enrollment Honors English III, Dual enrollment Honors Spanish III, Dual enrollment Honors Spanish IV, Dual enrollment Honors US History, Dual enrollment Honors World History, Honors Algebra I, Honors Algebra II, Honors Band, Honors Biology I, Honors Chemistry I, Honors Choir, Honors English I, Honors Geometry
Average SAT score
1218
Average ACT score
27
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Khaki or navy pants and polo shirts)
(Khaki or navy pants and polo shirts)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$2920-$6480 - K4 dependent upon number of days attended
$6920 - Grades K-2
$7200 - Grades 3-5
$7660 - Grades 6-8 Day Student
$8510 - 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
Lori Campbell
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Chess Club, Debate Team, Film Club, Jr. Beta Club, National Honor Society, Scholar's Bowl, Science Olympiad, Student Government, TMTA Math Team, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
All East Choir, Drama, Pep Band, Praise and Worship Team
Book Club, Chess Club, Debate Team, Film Club, Jr. Beta Club, National Honor Society, Scholar's Bowl, Science Olympiad, Student Government, TMTA Math Team, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
All East Choir, Drama, Pep Band, Praise and Worship Team
School Notes
- 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.
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