Below Average

#257 of 284 private schools in TN

Greater Praise Christian Academy

School

3475 N WATKINS ST, Memphis, TN 38127

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

1st – 12th

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#257 of 284

In Memphis

#27 of 30

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About Greater Praise Christian Academy

Greater Praise Christian Academy is a private school in Memphis, TN. Greater Praise Christian Academy serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Greater Praise Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares1.5 pts below TN schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 120 students, Greater Praise Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Greater Praise Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Greater Praise Christian 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 Greater Praise Christian Academy compares to 201 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.8:1

This School

17.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

120

This School

492

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

5.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 98.3% vs 0%

White 0.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.8% vs 0%

Greater Praise Christian Academy Memphis Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Greater Praise Christian Academy (this school)	—	120	9.8:1	4.9
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus	0.4 mi	649	15.1:1	6.1
Frayser-Corning Elementary	0.6 mi	358	19.9:1	2.0
Memphis Business Academy Middle	0.7 mi	426	17.8:1	4.7
Martin Luther King Preparatory High School	0.7 mi	491	18.2:1	2.8
Memphis Business Academy High School	0.7 mi	511	15:1	3.7
Memphis STEM Academy	0.7 mi	243	13.5:1	9.4
Georgian Hills Elementary	0.9 mi	269	14.9:1	3.5
Georgian Hills Middle	1.0 mi	271	15.9:1	3.7
Compass Community School Frayser Campus	1.1 mi	204	12:1	8.3
Grandview Heights Middle School	1.4 mi	415	18.9:1	4.8
Whitney Elementary	1.4 mi	359	18.9:1	3.3
Delano Elementary	1.5 mi	315	15:1	7.8
Trezevant High	1.5 mi	549	15.2:1	4.4
Libertas	1.6 mi	515	24.5:1	5.0
Westside Middle School	1.9 mi	299	18.7:1	1.8
Westside Elementary	1.9 mi	325	15.5:1	4.3
Hawkins Mill Elementary	1.9 mi	308	17.1:1	8.0
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary	2.0 mi	629	18.5:1	4.8
Star Academy	3.1 mi	331	18.4:1	5.4
Keystone Elementary	3.3 mi	458	17:1	3.8

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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

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

B 6.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.4 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,152

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 1.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 3%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A 8.7 / 10

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Enrollment 120

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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)

Black 98.3%

White 0.8%

Hispanic 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3475 N WATKINS ST, Memphis, TN 38127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greater Praise Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Memphis STEM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Frayser Campus (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawkins Mill Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis	0.4 mi	649	6.1
Frayser-Corning Elementary Memphis	0.6 mi	358	2.0
Martin Luther King Preparatory High School Memphis	0.7 mi	491	2.8
Memphis Business Academy Middle Memphis	0.7 mi	426	4.7
Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis	0.7 mi	511	3.7
Memphis STEM Academy Memphis	0.7 mi	243	9.4
Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis	0.9 mi	269	3.5
Georgian Hills Middle Memphis	1.0 mi	271	3.7
Compass Community School Frayser Campus Memphis	1.1 mi	204	8.3
Delano Elementary Memphis	1.5 mi	315	7.8
Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis	1.4 mi	415	4.8
Whitney Elementary Memphis	1.4 mi	359	3.3
Trezevant High Memphis	1.5 mi	549	4.4
Libertas Memphis	1.6 mi	515	5.0
Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis	1.9 mi	308	8.0
Westside Middle School Memphis	1.9 mi	299	1.8
Westside Elementary Memphis	1.9 mi	325	4.3
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis	2.0 mi	629	4.8
Star Academy Memphis	3.1 mi	331	5.4
KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School Memphis	3.8 mi	361	4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,768

Median Home Value

$82,500

Median Rent

$1,104/mo

Population

39,553

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

34.7%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greater Praise Christian Academy

What grades does Greater Praise Christian Academy serve?

Greater Praise Christian Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Greater Praise Christian Academy?

Greater Praise Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greater Praise Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Greater Praise Christian Academy 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 Greater Praise Christian Academy rank in TN?

Greater Praise Christian Academy ranks #257 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Greater Praise Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Greater Praise Christian 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 Greater Praise Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Greater Praise Christian Academy 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 Greater Praise Christian Academy a religious school?

Greater Praise Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 32 Some Transit
Bike Score: 60 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 12th
Enrollment: 120
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.4 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Shelby County
Phone: (901) 297-6026

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