Below Average

#252 of 284 private schools in TN

Middle Tennessee Christian School

School

100 E MTCS RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

655

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

655

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#252 of 284

In Murfreesboro

#7 of 7

public schools

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About Middle Tennessee Christian School

Middle Tennessee Christian School is a private school in Murfreesboro, TN. Middle Tennessee Christian School serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Tennessee Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #252 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

Middle Tennessee 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.

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How Middle Tennessee Christian School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Murfreesboro, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.8:1

This School

14.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

655

This School

905

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.1% vs 0%

Black 4.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%

Middle Tennessee Christian School Murfreesboro Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Middle Tennessee Christian School (this school)	—	655	12.8:1	4.9
Northfield Elementary	0.7 mi	712	14.5:1	7.0
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary	0.9 mi	638	12.3:1	6.4
Homer Pittard Campus School	1.6 mi	236	14.8:1	7.6
Reeves-Rogers Elementary	1.6 mi	355	14.8:1	6.6
Central Magnet School	1.7 mi	1,212	17.1:1	8.0
John Pittard Elementary	2.0 mi	834	14.6:1	5.8
McFadden School Of Excellence	2.0 mi	389	18.5:1	8.7
Oakland High School	2.0 mi	1,947	14.4:1	6.8
Holloway High School	2.1 mi	123	7.7:1	6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School	2.1 mi	342	11.8:1	7.8
Oakland Middle School	2.2 mi	1,151	15.1:1	6.5
Hobgood Elementary	2.3 mi	623	13.8:1	5.0
Daniel McKee Alternative School	2.7 mi	56	3.7:1	5.4
Erma Siegel Elementary	2.8 mi	856	16.2:1	7.6
Siegel High School	2.8 mi	1,873	15.5:1	6.3
Discovery School	2.8 mi	391	18.6:1	7.8
Siegel Middle School	2.9 mi	1,191	17.5:1	6.7
Black Fox Elementary	3.9 mi	861	15.7:1	6.3
Riverdale High School	4.0 mi	2,124	12.2:1	5.8
Cason Lane Academy	4.6 mi	869	15.2:1	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

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

C+ 3.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 19%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.1 / 10

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Enrollment 655

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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)

White 90.1%

Black 4.9%

Asian 1.8%

Two or More 1.7%

Hispanic 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

100 E MTCS RD, Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middle Tennessee Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. McFadden School Of Excellence (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Magnet School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro	0.1 mi	7	—
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro	0.7 mi	712	7.0
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro	0.8 mi	286	6.9
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro	0.9 mi	638	6.4
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro	1.3 mi	656	7.0
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro	1.3 mi	45	6.3
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro	1.6 mi	236	7.6
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro	1.7 mi	1,212	8.0
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro	1.6 mi	355	6.6
Holloway High School Murfreesboro	2.1 mi	123	6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro	2.1 mi	342	7.8
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro	2.0 mi	389	8.7
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro	2.2 mi	9	—
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro	2.0 mi	834	5.8
Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro	2.3 mi	623	5.0
Oakland High School Murfreesboro	2.0 mi	1,947	6.8
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro	2.2 mi	1,151	6.5
Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro	2.8 mi	856	7.6
Discovery School Murfreesboro	2.8 mi	391	7.8
Siegel High School Murfreesboro	2.8 mi	1,873	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,772

Median Home Value

$371,100

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

60,615

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Johnson City, TN	574	5.0
FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville, TN	530	5.1
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN	554	5.2
CHESTNUT RIDGE ACADEMY & SATELLITE SCHOOL Fayetteville, TN	520	4.6
JACKSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson, TN	631	5.3
Harris-Hillman Special Education Nashville, TN	486	4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middle Tennessee Christian School

What grades does Middle Tennessee Christian School serve?

Middle Tennessee Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Middle Tennessee Christian School?

Middle Tennessee Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Tennessee Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Middle Tennessee Christian School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Middle Tennessee Christian School rank in TN?

Middle Tennessee Christian School ranks #252 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Middle Tennessee Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middle Tennessee Christian School 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 Middle Tennessee Christian School a private school?

Yes, Middle Tennessee Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Church of Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Middle Tennessee Christian School a religious school?

Middle Tennessee Christian School has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 655
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 51
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Church of Christ
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Rutherford County
Phone: (615) 893-0601

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