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First Baptist Academy

School

7706 EWING RD, Powell, TN 37849

Private

Enrollment

426

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#137 of 284

In Powell

#1 of 2

public schools

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First Baptist Academy

6.4/10

School in Powell · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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5.0/10

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About First Baptist Academy

First Baptist Academy is a private school in Powell, TN. First Baptist Academy serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. First Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

First Baptist 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 First Baptist Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Powell, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
426
This School
vs
778
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%
Asian 0.9% vs 0%
First Baptist Academy Powell Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
First Baptist Academy (this school) 6.4
Powell Elementary 7.5
Powell High School 5.0
Powell Middle School 5.8
Claxton Elementary 7.4
Copper Ridge Elementary 5.7

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)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 22%
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 426
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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 88.0%
Two or More 5.6%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7706 EWING RD, Powell, TN 37849

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Powell, see our Powell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Powell Elementary Powell 0.2 mi 7.5
Powell High School Powell 0.5 mi 5.0
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell 1.0 mi 6.3
Powell Middle School Powell 1.4 mi 5.8
Pleasant Ridge Elementary Knoxville 3.3 mi 6.1
Ridgedale Alternative School Knoxville 3.4 mi 3.2
Norwood Elementary Knoxville 3.3 mi 5.5
Northwest Middle School Knoxville 3.7 mi 4.6
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 3.8 mi 6.0
RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville 4.1 mi 3.4
Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville 3.6 mi 6.5
Sterchi Elementary Knoxville 3.6 mi 5.0
Amherst Elementary School Knoxville 4.3 mi 6.9
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville 4.2 mi 4.2
WEST END ACADEMY Knoxville 4.7 mi
West Haven Elementary Knoxville 4.4 mi 4.5
Copper Ridge Elementary Powell 4.8 mi 5.7
Inskip Elementary Knoxville 4.3 mi 4.3
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville 4.5 mi 6.8
Claxton Elementary Powell 4.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37849 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,400

Median Home Value

$263,600

Median Rent

$1,097/mo

Population

28,872

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CLARKSVILLE ACADEMY Clarksville, TN 6.4
CUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville, TN 6.4
Oakdale School Oakdale, TN 6.4
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville, TN 6.5
AGATHOS CLASSICAL SCHOOL Columbia, TN 6.6
Frank Hughes School Clifton, TN 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Baptist Academy

What grades does First Baptist Academy serve?

First Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend First Baptist Academy?

First Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Academy is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Baptist Academy rank in TN?

First Baptist Academy ranks #137 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is First Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

First Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is First Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, First Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist 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 Baptist Academy a religious school?

First Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
426
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County

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