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#160 of 284 private schools in TN

Bill Rice Christian Academy

School

1812 BILL RICE RANCH RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Private

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#160 of 284

In Murfreesboro

#5 of 7

public schools

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Bill Rice Christian Academy

6.2/10

School in Murfreesboro · grades Pre-K – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Bill Rice Christian Academy

Bill Rice Christian Academy is a private school in Murfreesboro, TN. Bill Rice Christian Academy serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bill Rice Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #160 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 164 students, Bill Rice Christian 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.

Bill Rice Christian 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.

Bill Rice Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bill Rice Christian Academy compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Murfreesboro, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
164
This School
vs
905
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.1% vs 0%
Black 7.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.4% vs 0%
Bill Rice Christian Academy Murfreesboro Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Bill Rice Christian Academy (this school) 6.2
Overall Creek Elementary 8.8
Brown's Chapel Elementary School 6.8
Blackman High School 5.3
Blackman Middle School 6.1
Blackman Elementary School 4.8
Scales Elementary School 5.9
Salem Elementary School 8.7
Cason Lane Academy 7.3
Riverdale High School 5.8
McFadden School Of Excellence 8.7
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary 6.4
Barfield Elementary 6.3
Northfield Elementary 7.0
Discovery School 7.8
Holloway High School 6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School 7.8
Siegel High School 6.3
Central Magnet School 8.0
Siegel Middle School 6.7
Homer Pittard Campus School 7.6

Showing 20 of 32 schools. View all schools in Murfreesboro

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Enrollment 164
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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)

White 70.1%
Two or More 12.2%
Black 7.3%
Hispanic 6.1%
Asian 2.4%
Pacific Islander 1.2%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1812 BILL RICE RANCH RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bill Rice Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Overall Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salem Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewartsboro Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Brown's Chapel Elementary School Murfreesboro 4.8 mi 6.8
Overall Creek Elementary Murfreesboro 4.4 mi 8.8
Rockvale Elementary Rockvale 5.3 mi 7.8
Stewarts Creek Middle School Smyrna 5.8 mi 7.7
Stewarts Creek High School Smyrna 5.9 mi 6.4
Stewarts Creek Elementary School Smyrna 5.9 mi 7.8
Rockvale Middle School Rockvale 5.4 mi 6.5
Rockvale High School Rockvale 5.5 mi 7.8
Blackman High School Murfreesboro 5.2 mi 5.3
Blackman Middle School Murfreesboro 5.2 mi 6.1
Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro 5.6 mi 4.8
Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro 6.1 mi 5.9
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 6.3 mi 5.2
Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro 6.7 mi 8.7
Rock Springs Middle School Smyrna 8.2 mi 5.4
Stewartsboro Elementary Smyrna 7.9 mi 8.0
Rocky Fork Elementary School Smyrna 8.2 mi 8.0
Rocky Fork Middle School Smyrna 8.2 mi 7.3
Cason Lane Academy Murfreesboro 6.9 mi 7.3
BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro 6.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,069

Median Home Value

$364,100

Median Rent

$1,514/mo

Population

77,016

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

32.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bill Rice Christian Academy

What grades does Bill Rice Christian Academy serve?

Bill Rice Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.

How many students attend Bill Rice Christian Academy?

Bill Rice Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill Rice Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Bill Rice Christian Academy is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bill Rice Christian Academy rank in TN?

Bill Rice Christian Academy ranks #160 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Bill Rice Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Bill Rice Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bill Rice Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Bill Rice Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bill Rice Christian Academy a religious school?

Bill Rice Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
164
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Rutherford County

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