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#2 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 1% of private schools

Currey Ingram Academy

School

6544 MURRAY LN, Brentwood, TN 37027

Private

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

4.3:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#2 of 284

In Brentwood

#1 of 5

public schools

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8.9/10

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About Currey Ingram Academy

Currey Ingram Academy is a private school in Brentwood, TN. Currey Ingram Academy serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Currey Ingram Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares2.5 pts above TN schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Currey Ingram Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Currey Ingram 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.

Currey Ingram Academy 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 Currey Ingram Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Brentwood, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
346
This School
vs
863
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.9
This School
vs
8.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.8% vs 0%
Black 5.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Currey Ingram Academy Brentwood Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Currey Ingram Academy (this school) 8.9
Scales Elementary 8.3
Grassland Elementary 8.7
Brentwood Middle School 8.7
Brentwood High School 6.6
Lipscomb Elementary 8.7
Woodland Middle School 8.0
Crockett Elementary 7.9
Granbery Elementary 7.4
Edmondson Elementary 8.7
Ravenwood High School 6.9
Kenrose Elementary 7.8
Jordan Elementary School 9.3
Sunset Elementary School 8.0
Sunset Middle School 9.3

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+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,404
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 32%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 346
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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 81.8%
Two or More 6.1%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 3.2%
Asian 2.6%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6544 MURRAY LN, Brentwood, TN 37027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Currey Ingram Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Nashville), a more accessible option. Additionally, GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB (rated 5.2/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Scales Elementary Brentwood 0.9 mi 8.3
CHRIST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY Nashville 1.6 mi 6.3
Grassland Elementary Brentwood 1.8 mi 8.7
Grassland Middle School Franklin 1.9 mi 7.0
Percy Priest Elementary Nashville 2.7 mi 9.0
BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Brentwood 2.4 mi 5.2
Brentwood Middle School Brentwood 2.5 mi 8.7
GATEWAY ACADEMY AT THE LEARNING LAB Brentwood 2.6 mi 5.2
Brentwood High School Brentwood 2.7 mi 6.6
THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 4.1 mi 5.3
AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville 4.1 mi 5.2
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 4.0 mi 8.9
OTTER CREEK KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Brentwood 3.7 mi 5.0
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-HS CAMPUS Nashville 3.9 mi 5.6
Westmeade Elementary Nashville 4.7 mi 6.6
HARDING ACADEMY Nashville 5.1 mi 7.5
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 5.0 mi 8.8
THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville 4.9 mi 5.8
HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville 5.1 mi 6.8
Lipscomb Elementary Brentwood 4.4 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,002

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$2,141/mo

Population

61,961

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Currey Ingram Academy

What grades does Currey Ingram Academy serve?

Currey Ingram Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Currey Ingram Academy?

Currey Ingram Academy has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Currey Ingram Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Currey Ingram Academy is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Currey Ingram Academy rank in TN?

Currey Ingram Academy ranks #2 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Currey Ingram Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Currey Ingram Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Currey Ingram Academy a private school?

Yes, Currey Ingram 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 Currey Ingram Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
346
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Williamson County

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