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#231 of 284 private schools in TN
Franklin Road Christian School
School
3124 FRANKLIN RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#231 of 284
In Murfreesboro
#6 of 7
public schools
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Franklin Road Christian School
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About Franklin Road Christian School
Franklin Road Christian School is a private school in Murfreesboro, TN. Franklin Road Christian School serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Road Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Road Christian School 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 Christian School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Murfreesboro, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Franklin Road Christian School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Blackman Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Blackman Middle School | 6.1 |
| Blackman High School | 5.3 |
| Cason Lane Academy | 7.3 |
| Scales Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Overall Creek Elementary | 8.8 |
| McFadden School Of Excellence | 8.7 |
| Riverdale High School | 5.8 |
| Mitchell-Neilson Elementary | 6.4 |
| Salem Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Discovery School | 7.8 |
| Holloway High School | 6.5 |
| Northfield Elementary | 7.0 |
| Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School | 7.8 |
| Central Magnet School | 8.0 |
| Homer Pittard Campus School | 7.6 |
| Barfield Elementary | 6.3 |
| Hobgood Elementary | 5.0 |
| Siegel High School | 6.3 |
| Reeves-Rogers Elementary | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 32 schools. View all schools in Murfreesboro
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
3124 FRANKLIN RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Road Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Overall Creek Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salem Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MURFREESBORO Murfreesboro | 1.0 mi | — |
| BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro | 1.4 mi | — |
| Cason Lane Academy Murfreesboro | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Blackman Middle School Murfreesboro | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Blackman High School Murfreesboro | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Overall Creek Elementary Murfreesboro | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Riverdale High School Murfreesboro | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro | 3.3 mi | — |
| ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro | 3.5 mi | — |
| Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Discovery School Murfreesboro | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Holloway High School Murfreesboro | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 4.1 mi | — |
| MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,069
Median Home Value
$364,100
Median Rent
$1,514/mo
Population
77,016
College Educated
37.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JACKSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson, TN | 5.3 |
| FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville, TN | 5.1 |
| PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Johnson City, TN | 5.0 |
| MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN | 4.9 |
| ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia, TN | 4.9 |
| Huntland School Huntland, TN | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Road Christian School
What grades does Franklin Road Christian School serve?
Franklin Road Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Franklin Road Christian School?
Franklin Road Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Road Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Road Christian School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Franklin Road Christian School rank in TN?
Franklin Road Christian School ranks #231 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Franklin Road Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Road Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Christian School a private school?
Yes, Franklin Road Christian School 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 Franklin Road Christian School a religious school?
Franklin Road Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rutherford County
- Phone
- (615) 890-0894
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