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Wayne Academy

942 Andrew Jackson Dr Waynesboro, TN 38485

Tel: (931) 722-3272

www.waynehalfwayhouse.com

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked TN School
Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 10 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Wayne Academy in Waynesboro, TN, is a rural all–boys private school serving grades 8 through 12 with an enrollment of 10 students.
Founded in 1905, the school offers a nonsectarian program with a student–teacher ratio of 1:1 supported by 7 teaching staff.
The school provides 15 AP courses and has a student population that is 50% students of color, reflecting diversity among its small enrollment.
Annual tuition at Wayne Academy is $25,000, consistent with private secondary education in rural Tennessee.
Wayne Academy ranks in the top 20% of Tennessee private schools for diversity, school history, and resources.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked TN School
Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 10 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Wayne Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 8-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Wayne Academy
9	4
10	2
11	2
12	2

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Year Founded

1905

Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

10 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

1:1

National avg.: 11:1

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Endowment Size

$50 million

School Notes

School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot: Wild Boars

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wayne Academy cost?

Wayne Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Wayne Academy?

Wayne Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.

What is Wayne Academy's ranking?

Wayne Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Wayne Academy?

The application deadline for Wayne Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average acceptance rate in Tennessee is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).