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#249 of 284 private schools in TN

Providence Academy

School

2788 CARROLL CREEK RD, Johnson City, TN 37615

Private

Enrollment

574

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#249 of 284

In Johnson City

#3 of 3

public schools

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Providence Academy

5.0/10

School in Johnson City · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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8.6/10

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About Providence Academy

Providence Academy is a private school in Johnson City, TN. Providence Academy serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares1.4 pts below TN schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Providence 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 Providence Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Johnson City, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
574
This School
vs
638
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.6% vs 0%
Black 3.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 3% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Providence Academy Johnson City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Providence Academy (this school) 5.0
Boones Creek Elementary School 8.3
Woodland Elementary 8.6
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy 6.1
Towne Acres Elementary 9.5
Indian Trail Middle School 7.3
Liberty Bell Middle School 7.1
Science Hill High School 7.2
Fairmont Elementary 8.0
Lake Ridge Elementary 9.2
North Side Elementary 9.4
University School 8.1
South Side Elementary 8.8
Cherokee Elementary 8.6
Mountain View Elementary 6.4
Central Elementary 7.5
Happy Valley Elementary 7.4

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)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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Enrollment 574
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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 90.6%
Black 3.7%
Hispanic 3.0%
Asian 2.6%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2788 CARROLL CREEK RD, Johnson City, TN 37615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Providence Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. University School (rated 8.1/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Johnson City, see our Johnson City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Boones Creek Elementary School Johnson City 1.4 mi 8.3
Woodland Elementary Johnson City 2.0 mi 8.6
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy Johnson City 2.4 mi 6.1
Indian Trail Middle School Johnson City 3.0 mi 7.3
Towne Acres Elementary Johnson City 2.8 mi 9.5
JEREMIAH SCHOOL Johnson City 3.1 mi
Liberty Bell Middle School Johnson City 3.5 mi 7.1
Science Hill High School Johnson City 3.7 mi 7.2
Lake Ridge Elementary Johnson City 4.2 mi 9.2
University School Johnson City 4.4 mi 8.1
Fairmont Elementary Johnson City 4.2 mi 8.0
North Side Elementary Johnson City 4.3 mi 9.4
Daniel Boone High School Gray 4.7 mi 6.5
Cherokee Elementary Johnson City 5.0 mi 8.6
CENTRAL BAPTIST PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 4.7 mi
South Side Elementary Johnson City 4.9 mi 8.8
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Johnson City 4.8 mi 7.1
MUNSEY KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 4.9 mi
MUNSEY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 4.9 mi
Ridgeview Elementary School Gray 5.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,556

Median Home Value

$261,200

Median Rent

$966/mo

Population

22,013

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

44.5

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FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville, TN 5.1
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN 4.9
ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia, TN 4.9
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN 5.2
JACKSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson, TN 5.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Providence Academy

What grades does Providence Academy serve?

Providence Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Providence Academy?

Providence Academy has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Providence Academy is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Providence Academy rank in TN?

Providence Academy ranks #249 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Providence Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Providence Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Providence Academy a private school?

Yes, Providence 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 Providence Academy a religious school?

Providence Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
574
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County

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