Very Good
#54 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 19% of private schools
Benton Hall Academy
School
5555 FRANKLIN PIKE, Nashville, TN 37220
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#54 of 284
In Nashville
#13 of 39
public schools
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Benton Hall Academy
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About Benton Hall Academy
Benton Hall Academy is a private school in Nashville, TN. Benton Hall Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Benton Hall Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Benton Hall Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Benton Hall Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Benton Hall Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Benton Hall Academy compares to 118 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benton Hall Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Crieve Hall Elementary | 9.3 |
| John Overton High | 3.7 |
| Percy Priest Elementary | 9.0 |
| Norman Binkley Elementary | 7.8 |
| McMurray Middle | 4.9 |
| Glendale Elementary | 9.4 |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle | 7.3 |
| Valor Voyager Academy | 7.7 |
| Valor Flagship Academy | 4.8 |
| Tusculum Elementary | 7.6 |
| May Werthan Shayne Elementary School | 7.8 |
| William Henry Oliver Middle | 4.8 |
| Croft Middle | 4.5 |
| Nashville Collegiate Prep | 6.2 |
| Hillsboro High | 5.1 |
| Haywood Elementary | 7.2 |
| Wright Middle | 4.9 |
| Julia Green Elementary | 9.8 |
| Glencliff High School | 2.8 |
| Aventura Community School | 3.9 |
Showing 20 of 118 schools. View all schools in Nashville
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5555 FRANKLIN PIKE, Nashville, TN 37220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton Hall Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), with a comparable rating. Another option is GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Granbery Elementary Brentwood | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brentwood | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Brentwood High School Brentwood | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| THE OAK HILL SCHOOL Nashville | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| John Overton High Nashville | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Brentwood Middle School Brentwood | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| FRANKLIN ROAD ACADEMY Nashville | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Lipscomb Elementary Brentwood | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| MONTESSORI CENTRE Nashville | 3.4 mi | — |
| Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Percy Priest Elementary Nashville | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Glendale Elementary Nashville | 3.8 mi | 9.4 |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle Nashville | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Edmondson Elementary Brentwood | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| FATHER RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Nashville | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodland Middle School Brentwood | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,227
Median Home Value
$746,000
Median Rent
$1,468/mo
Population
5,483
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
46.6
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| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah, TN | 7.2 |
| MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis, TN | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton Hall Academy
What grades does Benton Hall Academy serve?
Benton Hall Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Benton Hall Academy?
Benton Hall Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton Hall Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton Hall Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Benton Hall Academy rank in TN?
Benton Hall Academy ranks #54 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Benton Hall Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Benton Hall Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Benton Hall Academy a private school?
Yes, Benton Hall Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Benton Hall Academy a religious school?
No, Benton Hall Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 791-6467
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