Very Good
#21 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 7% of private schools
Natchez Trace Youth Academy
High School
415 SEVEN HAWKS LN, Waverly, TN 37185
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#21 of 284
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About Natchez Trace Youth Academy
Natchez Trace Youth Academy is a private high school in Waverly, TN. Natchez Trace Youth Academy serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Natchez Trace Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Natchez Trace Youth 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Natchez Trace Youth Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Natchez Trace Youth 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 Natchez Trace Youth Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Waverly, TN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Waverly
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Natchez Trace Youth Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Waverly Central High School | 5.5 |
| Waverly Elementary | 7.6 |
| Waverly Jr High School | 3.4 |
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
415 SEVEN HAWKS LN, Waverly, TN 37185
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Natchez Trace Youth Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Riverside High School (rated 7.8/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Decaturville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Perry County High School (rated 6.3/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Linden), a more accessible option. Additionally, Camden Central High School (rated 5.8/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Camden), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waverly, see our Waverly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lobelville Elementary Lobelville | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| KEYS KADEMY Lobelville | 9.1 mi | — |
| Lakeview Elementary New Johnsonville | 13.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Linden Elementary Linden | 15.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Linden Middle School Linden | 15.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Perry County High School Linden | 15.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Perry County Virtual School Linden | 15.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Waverly Central High School Waverly | 17.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Waverly Elementary Waverly | 18.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Waverly Jr High School Waverly | 18.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Holladay Elementary Holladay | 15.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Parsons Elementary Parsons | 19.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CAMDEN UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Camden | 20.3 mi | — |
| Camden Elementary Camden | 20.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Camden Jr High School Camden | 21.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Camden Central High School Camden | 21.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Decatur County Middle School Parsons | 21.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Briarwood School Camden | 21.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverside High School Decaturville | 21.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mc Ewen | 22.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37185 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,849
Median Home Value
$182,100
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
9,120
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TEMPLETON ACADEMY Nashville, TN | 8.0 |
| Middle College @ Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN | 7.7 |
| Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State Chattanooga, TN | 8.2 |
| MADISON ACADEMY Madison, TN | 7.6 |
| Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville, TN | 7.4 |
| HIGHLAND ACADEMY Portland, TN | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Natchez Trace Youth Academy
What grades does Natchez Trace Youth Academy serve?
Natchez Trace Youth Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Natchez Trace Youth Academy?
Natchez Trace Youth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Natchez Trace Youth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Natchez Trace Youth Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Natchez Trace Youth Academy rank in TN?
Natchez Trace Youth Academy ranks #21 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Natchez Trace Youth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Natchez Trace Youth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Natchez Trace Youth Academy a private school?
Yes, Natchez Trace Youth Academy is a private all-boys 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 Natchez Trace Youth Academy a religious school?
No, Natchez Trace Youth Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 231 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Humphreys County
- Phone
- (931) 888-0042
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