Very Good
#84 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 29% of private schools
Mid-south Gifted Academy
School
121 E S ST, Collierville, TN 38017
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#84 of 284
In Collierville
#1 of 2
public schools
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Mid-south Gifted Academy
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About Mid-south Gifted Academy
Mid-south Gifted Academy is a private school in Collierville, TN. Mid-south Gifted Academy serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mid-south Gifted Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Mid-south Gifted 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 9:1 students to teachers, Mid-south Gifted Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mid-south Gifted 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 Mid-south Gifted Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Collierville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mid-south Gifted Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Collierville Virtual Academy | 6.1 |
| Collierville Middle School | 7.6 |
| Collierville Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Collierville High School | 7.8 |
| Sycamore Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Schilling Farms Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Tara Oaks Elementary School | 8.7 |
| West Collierville Middle School | 8.6 |
| Crosswind Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Bailey Station Elementary School | 9.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
121 E S ST, Collierville, TN 38017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mid-south Gifted Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST GEORGE'S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 5.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Collierville Virtual Academy (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Germantown Online Academy of Learning (rated 5.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Germantown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Collierville, see our Collierville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,946
Median Home Value
$469,600
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
56,427
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barry Tatum Virtual Learning Academy Lebanon, TN | 7.0 |
| MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown, TN | 6.9 |
| Carter County Online Academy Elizabethton, TN | 7.2 |
| MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs, TN | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN YOUTH ACADEMY Mountain City, TN | 6.7 |
| Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville Greeneville, TN | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mid-south Gifted Academy
What grades does Mid-south Gifted Academy serve?
Mid-south Gifted Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Mid-south Gifted Academy?
Mid-south Gifted Academy has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mid-south Gifted Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mid-south Gifted Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mid-south Gifted Academy rank in TN?
Mid-south Gifted Academy ranks #84 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Mid-south Gifted Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mid-south Gifted Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mid-south Gifted Academy a private school?
Yes, Mid-south Gifted 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 Mid-south Gifted Academy a religious school?
No, Mid-south Gifted Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 860-1126
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