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Very Good

#74 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 26% of private schools

Concord Academy

High School

4942 WALNUT GROVE RD, Memphis, TN 38117

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#74 of 284

In Memphis

#14 of 30

public schools

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Concord Academy

7.1/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Concord Academy

Concord Academy is a private high school in Memphis, TN. Concord Academy serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Concord Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares1.4 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, Concord 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.

At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Concord Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Concord 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 Concord Academy compares to 106 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
This School
vs
16.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
522
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.2% vs 0%
Black 17.3% vs 0%
Asian 7.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.9% vs 0%
Concord Academy Memphis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Concord Academy (this school) 7.1
Avon School 5.7
White Station High 6.8
White Station Middle 7.7
Compass Community School Berclair Campus 8.8
University Middle 9.8
University High School
Colonial Middle 4.4
Kingsbury High 2.9
Kingsbury Middle 5.3
Treadwell Middle School 3.3
East High 8.7
Overton High 3.0
Leadership Preparatory Charter School 8.8
Sherwood Middle 3.8
Ridgeway High 4.4
Lester Prep 3.8
Memphis Rise Academy 8.0
Melrose High 2.4
Douglass High 3.9
American Way Middle 3.6

Showing 20 of 106 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

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 8.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 44%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 52
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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 71.2%
Black 17.3%
Asian 7.7%
Hispanic 1.9%
Native American 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4942 WALNUT GROVE RD, Memphis, TN 38117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Concord Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. White Station High (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis 0.1 mi 7.2
ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis 0.2 mi 4.2
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Memphis 0.3 mi 6.6
White Station Elementary Memphis 0.6 mi 7.7
Avon School Memphis 0.6 mi 5.7
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis 0.6 mi 5.5
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis 0.7 mi 7.1
MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY Memphis 0.9 mi 7.5
White Station High Memphis 1.0 mi 6.8
Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis 1.2 mi 8.3
Richland Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 8.7
CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis 1.1 mi 5.3
White Station Middle Memphis 1.1 mi 7.7
TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis 1.3 mi
Berclair Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 5.9
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis 1.9 mi 8.4
WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis 1.9 mi 7.7
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis 2.2 mi 7.7
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Memphis 1.9 mi 7.0
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Memphis 2.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,688

Median Home Value

$287,500

Median Rent

$1,353/mo

Population

26,327

College Educated

60%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Tennessee School for the Deaf Upper School Knoxville, TN 7.1
HERITAGE ACADEMY Monterey, TN 7.0
Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville, TN 6.9
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN 7.4
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch, TN 7.4
WAYNE ACADEMY DAVIDSON COUNTY Nashville, TN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Concord Academy

What grades does Concord Academy serve?

Concord Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Concord Academy?

Concord Academy has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Concord Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Concord Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Concord Academy rank in TN?

Concord Academy ranks #74 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Concord Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Concord Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Concord Academy a private school?

Yes, Concord Academy is a private coeducational 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 Concord Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County

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