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#35 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 12% of private schools

New Hope Academy

Elementary School

1820 DOWNS BLVD, Franklin, TN 37064

Private

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#35 of 284

In Franklin

#1 of 7

public schools

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New Hope Academy

7.6/10

Elementary School in Franklin · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About New Hope Academy

New Hope Academy is a private elementary school in Franklin, TN. New Hope Academy serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares0.8 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 177 students, New Hope 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, New Hope Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

New Hope 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 New Hope Academy compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Franklin, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
177
This School
vs
572
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
8.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.7% vs 0%
Black 23.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
New Hope Academy Franklin Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
New Hope Academy (this school) 7.6
Freedom Intermediate 9.1
Franklin Elementary 9.8
Johnson Elementary 8.0
Poplar Grove 5-8 5.5
Pearre Creek Elementary School 8.1
Poplar Grove K-4 6.7
Winstead Elementary School 8.9
Liberty Elementary 8.1
Hunters Bend Elementary 8.8
Moore Elementary 8.0
Legacy Middle School 9.2
Walnut Grove Elementary 8.9
Oak View Elem School 8.9
Grassland Middle School 7.0
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School 8.8
Trinity Elementary 8.5
Creekside Elementary School 8.7
Clovercroft Elementary School 9.0
Fred J Page Middle School 8.7

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,218
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Enrollment 177
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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 53.7%
Black 23.2%
Hispanic 14.1%
Two or More 5.6%
Asian 2.3%
Native American 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1820 DOWNS BLVD, Franklin, TN 37064

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Hope Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winstead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walnut Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Franklin, see our Franklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin 0.9 mi 6.1
Freedom Middle School Franklin 1.0 mi 8.2
Freedom Intermediate Franklin 1.0 mi 9.1
Poplar Grove 5-8 Franklin 1.2 mi 5.5
Franklin Elementary Franklin 1.1 mi 9.8
Poplar Grove K-4 Franklin 1.3 mi 6.7
Johnson Elementary Franklin 1.1 mi 8.0
FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin 1.3 mi 7.1
TRINITAS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Franklin 1.3 mi 6.6
Pearre Creek Elementary School Franklin 1.3 mi 8.1
Renaissance High School Franklin 1.4 mi 9.0
Franklin High School Franklin 1.9 mi 7.6
Winstead Elementary School Franklin 2.7 mi 8.9
Hunters Bend Elementary Franklin 3.0 mi 8.8
Liberty Elementary Franklin 2.7 mi 8.1
Moore Elementary Franklin 3.3 mi 8.0
Walnut Grove Elementary Franklin 4.1 mi 8.9
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin 3.5 mi 4.1
Legacy Middle School Franklin 3.9 mi 9.2
HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER Franklin 3.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,492

Median Home Value

$664,000

Median Rent

$1,810/mo

Population

66,641

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

40.9

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Grassy Fork Elementary Hartford, TN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Hope Academy

What grades does New Hope Academy serve?

New Hope Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend New Hope Academy?

New Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at New Hope Academy is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Hope Academy rank in TN?

New Hope Academy ranks #35 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is New Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

New Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is New Hope Academy a private school?

Yes, New Hope 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 New Hope Academy a religious school?

New Hope Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
177
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Small City
County
Williamson County

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