The King's Academy
Tel:
(865) 573-8321
- 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 (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 462 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The King's Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS) AdvancED |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1880 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 462 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 14% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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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 | Link to List of Courses |
| 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 | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki or navy pants and polo shirts) |
Finances and Admission
| 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 | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling |
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 |
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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