Below Average
#254 of 284 private schools in TN
Franklin Road Academy
School
4700 FRANKLIN PIKE, Nashville, TN 37220
Enrollment
927
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
927
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#254 of 284
In Nashville
#39 of 39
public schools
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Franklin Road Academy
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About Franklin Road Academy
Franklin Road Academy is a private school in Nashville, TN. Franklin Road Academy serves approximately 927 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Road Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Road 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
BetaHow Franklin Road Academy compares to 121 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Franklin Road Academy (this school) | 4.9 |
| John Overton High | 3.7 |
| Norman Binkley Elementary | 7.8 |
| Glendale Elementary | 9.4 |
| Crieve Hall Elementary | 9.3 |
| Croft Middle | 4.5 |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle | 7.3 |
| Wright Middle | 4.9 |
| Aventura Community School | 3.9 |
| Valor Flagship Academy | 4.8 |
| Valor Voyager Academy | 7.7 |
| Glencliff High School | 2.8 |
| Hillsboro High | 5.1 |
| John B. Whitsitt Elementary | 9.1 |
| Glencliff Elementary | 7.1 |
| McMurray Middle | 4.9 |
| Tusculum Elementary | 7.6 |
| Casa Azafran Early Learning Center | 3.2 |
| Waverly-Belmont Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Haywood Elementary | 7.2 |
| Paragon Mills Elementary | 5.2 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4700 FRANKLIN PIKE, Nashville, TN 37220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Road Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BENTON HALL ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GENESIS ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Overton High Nashville | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| THE OAK HILL SCHOOL Nashville | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| FATHER RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Nashville | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Glendale Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI CENTRE Nashville | 1.9 mi | — |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle Nashville | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Croft Middle Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Wright Middle Nashville | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| GROW ACADEMY Nashville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Granbery Elementary Brentwood | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST. EDWARD SCHOOL Nashville | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Aventura Community School Nashville | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 2.7 mi | — |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Nashville | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Nashville | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Valor Flagship Academy Nashville | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,227
Median Home Value
$746,000
Median Rent
$1,468/mo
Population
5,483
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
46.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN | 4.9 |
| PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Johnson City, TN | 5.0 |
| BOYD BUCHANAN SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 5.1 |
| JACKSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson, TN | 5.3 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis, TN | 5.5 |
| WEBB SCHOOL OF KNOXVILLE Knoxville, TN | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Road Academy
What grades does Franklin Road Academy serve?
Franklin Road Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Franklin Road Academy?
Franklin Road Academy has an enrollment of approximately 927 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Road Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Road Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Franklin Road Academy rank in TN?
Franklin Road Academy ranks #254 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Franklin Road Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Road Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Franklin Road Academy a private school?
Yes, Franklin Road 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 Franklin Road Academy a religious school?
No, Franklin Road Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 927
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 369-4573
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