Zion Christian Academy

6901 Old Zion Road
Columbia, TN 38401
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Tel: (931) 388-5731
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Zion Christian Academy is a non-denominational Christian school whose mission is to serve Christian families throughout this area.
Strong academics are stressed throughout all grade levels with the high school program being college preparatory.
ZCA is fully accreditated and all teachers are certified and have a minimum of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
ZCA is a member of the TSSAA, Division II for all HS athletic competitions.
Quick Stats (2021)
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Students: 471 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Religious AffiliationPresbyterian
Grades OfferedGrades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded1979

Student Body

Total Students471 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade Zion Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size16 students
Number of AP Courses2 courses
Average ACT score25
Classroom Dress CodeCasual
(Posted on web site)

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost$6,000
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Tuition Notes Tuition Rate varies by grade level. See posting on website.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant$1,300

Sports

Total Sports Offered12 sports
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Marksmanship, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, WeightliftingBaseball, Basketball,
Bowling, Cheering,
Cross Country, Football,
Golf, Marksmanship,
Soccer, Softball,
Volleyball, Weightlifting,

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Beta Club, Builders Club, Chess Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, History Club WWI & WWII, Interact Club, Junior Beta Club, Key Club, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, National Science Honor Society, Photography Club, Science Club, Speech and Debate Team, Student Council

School Notes

  • Zion Christian Academy is committed to providing quality academic training in a Christ-centered environment.
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Quick Stats (2021)
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Students: 471 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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