Below Average
#273 of 284 private schools in TN
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy
Elementary School
3795 FRAYSER-RALIEGH RD, Memphis, TN 38128
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#273 of 284
In Memphis
#29 of 30
public schools
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Breath of Life Preparatory Academy
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Breath of Life Preparatory Academy
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy is a private elementary school in Memphis, TN. Breath of Life Preparatory Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Breath of Life Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Breath of Life Preparatory 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.
Breath of Life Preparatory 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 Breath of Life Preparatory Academy compares to 121 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Breath of Life Preparatory Academy (this school) | 4.2 |
| Journey Coleman School | 5.4 |
| Egypt Elementary | 6.0 |
| Scenic Hills Elementary | 5.3 |
| Keystone Elementary | 3.8 |
| Star Academy | 5.4 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary | 4.8 |
| Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School | 6.9 |
| Libertas | 5.0 |
| Jackson Elementary | 7.3 |
| Brownsville Road Elementary | 7.0 |
| Hawkins Mill Elementary | 8.0 |
| Memphis STEM Academy | 9.4 |
| Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary | 3.8 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle | 1.9 |
| Beacon College Preparatory | 5.9 |
| Wells Station Elementary | 9.3 |
| Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus | 6.1 |
| Georgian Hills Elementary | 3.5 |
| Kingsbury Elementary | 5.4 |
| Promise Academy | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 121 schools. View all schools in Memphis
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
3795 FRAYSER-RALIEGH RD, Memphis, TN 38128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Breath of Life Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawkins Mill Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Journey Coleman School Memphis | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Egypt Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Raleigh-Egypt High Memphis | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Keystone Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Star Academy Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Craigmont High Memphis | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Craigmont Middle Memphis | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Trezevant High Memphis | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Libertas Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis | 3.2 mi | 1.9 |
| Douglass High Memphis | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Brownsville Road Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 3.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,166
Median Home Value
$123,900
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
44,027
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
30.9
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| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Loretto, TN | 4.5 |
| GERMANTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH LEARNING CENTER Germantown, TN | 4.8 |
| LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White House, TN | 4.9 |
| OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood, TN | 5.0 |
| LIVING SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gray, TN | 5.2 |
| CEDARS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lebanon, TN | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Breath of Life Preparatory Academy
What grades does Breath of Life Preparatory Academy serve?
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Breath of Life Preparatory Academy?
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Breath of Life Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Breath of Life Preparatory Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Breath of Life Preparatory Academy rank in TN?
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy ranks #273 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Breath of Life Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Breath of Life Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Breath of Life Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Breath of Life Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Breath of Life Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 383-5546
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