Very Good
#39 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 13% of private schools
Harding Academy
Elementary School
170 WINDSOR DR, Nashville, TN 37205
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#39 of 284
In Nashville
#8 of 39
public schools
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Harding Academy
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About Harding Academy
Harding Academy is a private elementary school in Nashville, TN. Harding Academy serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harding Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Harding Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harding 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 Harding Academy compares to 100 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harding Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| H. G. Hill Middle | 5.0 |
| Westmeade Elementary | 6.6 |
| Julia Green Elementary | 9.8 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary | 9.1 |
| West End Middle | 7.0 |
| Gower Elementary | 6.9 |
| Percy Priest Elementary | 9.0 |
| Charlotte Park Elementary | 5.3 |
| MNPS Virtual School | 6.8 |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle | 7.3 |
| Cockrill Elementary | 4.3 |
| Park Avenue Elementary | 3.6 |
| Eakin Elementary | 8.5 |
| Harris-Hillman Special Education | 4.3 |
| Nashville Prep | 1.6 |
| Bellevue Middle | 4.5 |
| Moses McKissack Middle | 3.3 |
| Glendale Elementary | 9.4 |
| Waverly-Belmont Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Head Middle | 7.3 |
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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
170 WINDSOR DR, Nashville, TN 37205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harding Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Julia Green Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sylvan Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Percy Priest Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H. G. Hill Middle Nashville | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Westmeade Elementary Nashville | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Julia Green Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 9.8 |
| Early College High School Nashville | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Nashville | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| THE COVENANT SCHOOL Nashville | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Charlotte Park Elementary Nashville | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Percy Priest Elementary Nashville | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| West End Middle Nashville | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,068
Median Home Value
$890,000
Median Rent
$1,819/mo
Population
24,557
College Educated
76.5%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, TN | 7.5 |
| Doak Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.5 |
| Dover Elementary Dover, TN | 7.5 |
| East Lake Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 7.5 |
| East Side Elementary Elizabethton, TN | 7.5 |
| Explore Community School Nashville, TN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harding Academy
What grades does Harding Academy serve?
Harding Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Harding Academy?
Harding Academy has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harding Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Harding Academy is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harding Academy rank in TN?
Harding Academy ranks #39 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Harding Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Harding Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harding Academy a private school?
Yes, Harding 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 Harding Academy a religious school?
No, Harding Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 387-6324
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