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#152 of 284 private schools in TN

Christ Presbyterian Academy

School

2323 OLD HICKORY BLVD, Nashville, TN 37215

Private

Enrollment

1,213

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#152 of 284

In Nashville

#26 of 39

public schools

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Christ Presbyterian Academy

6.3/10

School in Nashville · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Christ Presbyterian Academy

Christ Presbyterian Academy is a private school in Nashville, TN. Christ Presbyterian Academy serves approximately 1,213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ Presbyterian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Christ Presbyterian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Christ Presbyterian 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 Christ Presbyterian Academy compares to 121 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,213
This School
vs
464
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.8% vs 0%
Black 3.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Christ Presbyterian Academy Nashville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Christ Presbyterian Academy (this school) 6.3
Percy Priest Elementary 9.0
Westmeade Elementary 6.6
Bellevue Middle 4.5
Harpeth Valley Elementary 7.5
Julia Green Elementary 9.8
H. G. Hill Middle 5.0
Gower Elementary 6.9
John Trotwood Moore Middle 7.3
Hillsboro High 5.1
Early College High School 7.7
Glendale Elementary 9.4
John Overton High 3.7
West End Middle 7.0
Nashville Big Picture High School 6.7
Crieve Hall Elementary 9.3
Sylvan Park Elementary 9.1
Charlotte Park Elementary 5.3
Eakin Elementary 8.5
MNPS Virtual School 6.8
Harris-Hillman Special Education 4.3

Showing 20 of 121 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

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)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,290
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Enrollment 1,213
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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 91.8%
Black 3.1%
Two or More 2.2%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 1.2%
Pacific Islander 0.2%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2323 OLD HICKORY BLVD, Nashville, TN 37215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ Presbyterian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB (rated 5.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CURREY INGRAM ACADEMY Brentwood 1.6 mi 8.9
THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.5 mi 5.3
AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville 2.5 mi 5.2
Grassland Elementary Brentwood 2.7 mi 8.7
Grassland Middle School Franklin 2.7 mi 7.0
Scales Elementary Brentwood 2.5 mi 8.3
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-HS CAMPUS Nashville 2.4 mi 5.6
Westmeade Elementary Nashville 3.1 mi 6.6
Percy Priest Elementary Nashville 2.7 mi 9.0
HARDING ACADEMY Nashville 3.8 mi 7.5
Bellevue Middle Nashville 3.5 mi 4.5
BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Brentwood 3.6 mi 5.2
GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB Brentwood 3.7 mi 5.2
HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville 4.3 mi 6.8
Brentwood Middle School Brentwood 4.0 mi 8.7
H. G. Hill Middle Nashville 4.8 mi 5.0
THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville 4.4 mi 5.8
Julia Green Elementary Nashville 4.6 mi 9.8
Brentwood High School Brentwood 4.2 mi 6.6
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 4.9 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,156

Median Home Value

$959,100

Median Rent

$1,870/mo

Population

22,188

College Educated

80.6%

Homeownership

75.8%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

44.6

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School Rating
ST GEORGE'S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Collierville, TN 6.2
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville, TN 6.1
SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga, TN 5.9
ST GEORGES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Germantown, TN 6.7
Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts Chattanooga, TN 6.8
EVANGELICAL CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Cordova, TN 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ Presbyterian Academy

What grades does Christ Presbyterian Academy serve?

Christ Presbyterian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Christ Presbyterian Academy?

Christ Presbyterian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,213 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ Presbyterian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ Presbyterian Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ Presbyterian Academy rank in TN?

Christ Presbyterian Academy ranks #152 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Christ Presbyterian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ Presbyterian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christ Presbyterian Academy a private school?

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

Is Christ Presbyterian Academy a religious school?

Christ Presbyterian Academy has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,213
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
171
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Presbyterian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County

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