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#278 of 284 private schools in TN

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill

Elementary School

756 BEECHCROFT RD, Spring Hill, TN 37174

Private

Enrollment

127

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#278 of 284

In Spring Hill

#2 of 2

public schools

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Columbia Academy at Spring Hill

4.0/10

Elementary School in Spring Hill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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7.3/10

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About Columbia Academy at Spring Hill

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill is a private elementary school in Spring Hill, TN. Columbia Academy at Spring Hill serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Academy at Spring Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares2.8 pts below TN schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 127 students, Columbia Academy at Spring Hill 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.

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill 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.

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill 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 Columbia Academy at Spring Hill compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Spring Hill, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
127
This School
vs
598
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
Columbia Academy at Spring Hill Spring Hill Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Columbia Academy at Spring Hill (this school) 4.0
Spring Hill Middle School 5.5
Spring Hill Elementary 7.3
Longview Elementary School 9.4
Battle Creek Elementary School 8.6
Allendale Elementary School 8.2
Battle Creek Middle School 7.2
Marvin Wright Elementary School 8.1
Chapman's Retreat Elementary 8.2

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- 2.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,183.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 14%
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 127
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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 92.9%
Hispanic 3.9%
Black 1.6%
Asian 0.8%
Two or More 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

756 BEECHCROFT RD, Spring Hill, TN 37174

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Columbia Academy at Spring Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longview Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Battle Creek Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Thompson Station), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Hill, see our Spring Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Spring Hill Middle School Spring Hill 0.9 mi 5.5
Spring Hill Elementary Spring Hill 1.9 mi 7.3
CHRIST CHILDREN'S ACADEMY - SITE 1 Spring Hill 2.5 mi
Spring Hill High School Columbia 2.6 mi 4.5
SPRING HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Hill 3.4 mi 5.0
Longview Elementary School Spring Hill 3.3 mi 9.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SPRING HILL Spring Hill 3.4 mi
Heritage Middle School Thompson Station 3.6 mi 8.5
Battle Creek Elementary School Spring Hill 3.9 mi 8.6
Heritage Elementary Thompson Station 3.7 mi 8.6
Battle Creek Middle School Spring Hill 4.6 mi 7.2
Allendale Elementary School Spring Hill 4.1 mi 8.2
Marvin Wright Elementary School Spring Hill 4.9 mi 8.1
Chapman's Retreat Elementary Spring Hill 5.3 mi 8.2
Summit High School Spring Hill 5.3 mi 6.1
Spring Station Middle School Spring Hill 5.4 mi 6.5
Independence High School Thompson'S Station 6.5 mi 6.6
Thompson's Station Elementary School Thompson'S Station 6.2 mi 8.5
Thompson's Station Middle School Thompson'S Station 6.2 mi 9.3
E. A. Cox Middle School Columbia 7.9 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37174 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,775

Median Home Value

$450,300

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

50,778

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

37.4

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AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville, TN 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Columbia Academy at Spring Hill

What grades does Columbia Academy at Spring Hill serve?

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Columbia Academy at Spring Hill?

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Academy at Spring Hill?

The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Academy at Spring Hill is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Columbia Academy at Spring Hill rank in TN?

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill ranks #278 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Columbia Academy at Spring Hill's MySchoolScout rating?

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Columbia Academy at Spring Hill a private school?

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

Is Columbia Academy at Spring Hill a religious school?

Columbia Academy at Spring Hill has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
127
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Church of Christ
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Maury County

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