Very Good
#62 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 22% of private schools
First Assembly Christian School
School · Cordova, TN
A private school in Cordova, TN serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
8650 WALNUT GROVE RD, Cordova, TN 38018
- 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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
Most recent published year. School vs. TN average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where First Assembly Christian School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 11Car-Dependent
- Transit 0Minimal Transit
- Bike 29Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Average358/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$89,627
Median home value
$255,300
Median rent
$1,594/mo
College educated
46.2%
Homeownership
62.7%
Poverty rate
7.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 38018; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evangelical Christain SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.7 | PK–12 | 2.6 mi | 783 | Compare → |
| St George's Independent SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.2 | PK–12 | 3.2 mi | 851 | Compare → |
| St Georges Independent SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.7 | PK–12 | 3.3 mi | 851 | Compare → |
| The Phoenix School for Creative LearningPrivate · tuition | Not rated | 2–12 | 3.8 mi | 24 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
First Assembly Christian School is listed in Cordova, TN; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About First Assembly Christian School
First Assembly Christian School is a private school in Cordova, TN, serving approximately 481 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 284 private schools in TN.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about First Assembly Christian School
What grades does First Assembly Christian School serve?
First Assembly Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend First Assembly Christian School?
First Assembly Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Assembly Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Assembly Christian School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Assembly Christian School rank in TN?
First Assembly Christian School ranks #62 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is First Assembly Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Assembly Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Assembly Christian School a private school?
Yes, First Assembly Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is First Assembly Christian School a religious school?
First Assembly Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 458-5543
- Area population (ZIP 38018)
- 38,357
- Area average commute
- 24.6 min
- Area median age
- 36.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 38018; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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