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#255 of 284 private schools in TN

Bledsoe Youth Academy

High School

220 S HICKORY AVE, Gallatin, TN 37066

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

30:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#255 of 284

In Gallatin

#3 of 3

public schools

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Bledsoe Youth Academy

4.9/10

High School in Gallatin · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Bledsoe Youth Academy

Bledsoe Youth Academy is a private high school in Gallatin, TN. Bledsoe Youth Academy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Bledsoe Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares0.8 pts below TN schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Bledsoe Youth 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.

Bledsoe Youth Academy runs 30:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Bledsoe Youth 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

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How Bledsoe Youth Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Gallatin, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
This School
vs
15.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
662
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 36.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 26.7% vs 0%
Black 6.7% vs 0%
Asian 6.7% vs 0%
Bledsoe Youth Academy Gallatin Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Bledsoe Youth Academy (this school) 4.9
Gallatin Senior High School 5.1
R T Fisher Alternative 4.4
Rucker Stewart Middle 5.7
E B Wilson 6.6
Joe Shafer Middle School 6.5
Sumner County Middle College High School 6.3
Station Camp Middle School 9.0
Station Camp High School 7.5
Liberty Creek High School
Liberty Creek Middle School 8.7

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)
D 1.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 30:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,300
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 10.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 76%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Enrollment 30
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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 36.7%
Hispanic 26.7%
Pacific Islander 13.3%
Two or More 10.0%
Black 6.7%
Asian 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

220 S HICKORY AVE, Gallatin, TN 37066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bledsoe Youth Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Station Camp High School (rated 7.5/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is E B Wilson (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sumner County Middle College High School (rated 6.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gallatin, see our Gallatin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin 0.8 mi 7.7
Gallatin Senior High School Gallatin 0.8 mi 5.1
R T Fisher Alternative Gallatin 0.9 mi 4.4
Howard Elementary Gallatin 0.8 mi 7.8
Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin 1.0 mi 5.7
Union Elementary School Gallatin 1.1 mi 8.7
Guild Elementary Gallatin 1.1 mi 4.8
E B Wilson Gallatin 1.2 mi 6.6
Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin 1.5 mi 4.0
Vena Stuart Elementary Gallatin 1.4 mi 6.0
SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin 1.8 mi 8.2
Joe Shafer Middle School Gallatin 1.8 mi 6.5
Sumner County Middle College High School Gallatin 3.1 mi 6.3
Station Camp Middle School Gallatin 5.3 mi 9.0
JESUS ONLY ACADEMY Lebanon 5.6 mi
Station Camp Elementary Gallatin 5.5 mi 8.0
Station Camp High School Gallatin 5.7 mi 7.5
Jack Anderson Elementary Hendersonville 6.7 mi 8.7
Liberty Creek High School Gallatin 6.5 mi
Liberty Creek Middle School Gallatin 7.1 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,049

Median Home Value

$376,100

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

62,404

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bledsoe Youth Academy

What grades does Bledsoe Youth Academy serve?

Bledsoe Youth Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Bledsoe Youth Academy?

Bledsoe Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bledsoe Youth Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Bledsoe Youth Academy is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bledsoe Youth Academy rank in TN?

Bledsoe Youth Academy ranks #255 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Bledsoe Youth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Bledsoe Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bledsoe Youth Academy a private school?

Yes, Bledsoe Youth Academy is a private all-boys 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 Bledsoe Youth Academy a religious school?

No, Bledsoe Youth Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
200 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County

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