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#279 of 284 private schools in TN

Faith Missionary Academy

School

495 RED BARN RD, Gruetli-laager, TN 37339

Private

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

78:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#279 of 284

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Faith Missionary Academy

3.9/10

School in Gruetli-laager · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Swiss Memorial Elementary

8.2/10

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5.7/10

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About Faith Missionary Academy

Faith Missionary Academy is a private school in Gruetli-laager, TN. Faith Missionary Academy serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 78:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Missionary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares2.5 pts below TN schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Faith Missionary Academy runs 78:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Faith Missionary 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.

Faith Missionary 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.

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)
D 1.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 78:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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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)
A 8.7 / 10
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Enrollment 312
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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 91.3%
Hispanic 4.8%
Black 3.2%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

495 RED BARN RD, Gruetli-laager, TN 37339

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Faith Missionary Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Irving College Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Mcminnville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swiss Memorial Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Griffith Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Dunlap), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gruetli-laager, see our Gruetli-laager schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Swiss Memorial Elementary Gruetli-Laager 0.9 mi 8.2
Grundy County High School Coalmont 6.0 mi 5.7
North Elementary Altamont 6.6 mi 7.7
CEDARS OF LEBANON ACADEMY Mc Minnville 11.3 mi 6.6
Tracy Elementary Tracy City 11.1 mi 7.9
Whitwell Elementary Whitwell 13.6 mi 7.2
Whitwell Middle School Whitwell 13.6 mi 6.5
Whitwell High School Whitwell 13.7 mi 4.2
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunlap 11.6 mi
Sequatchie Co High School Dunlap 11.6 mi 5.8
Griffith Elementary Dunlap 11.7 mi 8.0
Sequatchie Co Middle School Dunlap 11.8 mi 4.9
Irving College Elementary Mcminnville 16.1 mi 8.4
Monteagle Elementary Monteagle 15.4 mi 5.8
JASPER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jasper 18.9 mi
Pelham Elementary Pelham 16.1 mi 7.1
Jasper Elementary School Jasper 19.6 mi 6.2
Marion Co High School Jasper 19.7 mi 5.0
Jasper Middle School Jasper 20.0 mi 3.5
Marion Virtual High School Jasper 20.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37339 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,896

Median Home Value

$145,400

Median Rent

$1,059/mo

Population

1,499

College Educated

7.7%

Homeownership

88.6%

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

42.5

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J FRANK WHITE ACADEMY Harrogate, TN 5.0
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson, TN 5.1
Jackson Academic STEAM Academy Jackson, TN 5.1
TIPTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington, TN 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Faith Missionary Academy

What grades does Faith Missionary Academy serve?

Faith Missionary Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Faith Missionary Academy?

Faith Missionary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Missionary Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Faith Missionary Academy is 78:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Faith Missionary Academy rank in TN?

Faith Missionary Academy ranks #279 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Faith Missionary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Faith Missionary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Faith Missionary Academy a private school?

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

Is Faith Missionary Academy a religious school?

Faith Missionary Academy has a Church of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
312
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
78:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Church of God
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Grundy County

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