Needs Improvement

#282 of 284 private schools in TN

Rivers Edge Christian Academy

School

5600 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, TN 37921

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

29.7:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

29.7:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#282 of 284

In Knoxville

#20 of 20

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About Rivers Edge Christian Academy

Rivers Edge Christian Academy is a private school in Knoxville, TN. Rivers Edge Christian Academy serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 29.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rivers Edge Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares3.0 pts below TN schools

3.4

This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Rivers Edge Christian Academy runs 29.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Rivers Edge Christian 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 Rivers Edge Christian Academy compares to 82 public schools serving similar grades in Knoxville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio

29.7:1

This School

14.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

522

This School

672

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.4

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 89.3% vs 0%

Black 3.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.3% vs 0%

Rivers Edge Christian Academy Knoxville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Rivers Edge Christian Academy (this school)	—	522	29.7:1	3.4
Northwest Middle School	1.0 mi	808	12.6:1	4.6
Pleasant Ridge Elementary	1.1 mi	297	11.9:1	6.1
Ridgedale Alternative School	1.2 mi	75	3.3:1	3.2
West Haven Elementary	1.7 mi	353	17.6:1	4.5
Norwood Elementary	2.0 mi	489	14:1	5.5
Pond Gap Elementary	2.4 mi	383	13.7:1	5.4
Amherst Elementary School	2.6 mi	692	13.1:1	6.9
Bearden Middle School	2.6 mi	1,243	17.3:1	5.6
West High School	3.0 mi	1,509	17.1:1	6.5
Knox Adaptive Education Center	3.0 mi	41	3.7:1	5.5
Bearden Elementary	3.0 mi	387	15.5:1	8.5
West View Elementary	3.1 mi	202	11.9:1	5.6
Lonsdale Elementary	3.2 mi	517	13.3:1	6.6
West Hills Elementary	3.4 mi	721	14.4:1	7.1
Inskip Elementary	3.8 mi	467	12.3:1	4.3
Sequoyah Elementary	3.8 mi	507	17.5:1	8.4
Beaumont Elementary/Magnet	4.0 mi	539	15.9:1	8.1
Maynard Elementary	4.2 mi	124	6.9:1	4.3
Sterchi Elementary	4.3 mi	364	13.5:1	5.0
Ft Sanders Education Development Center	4.3 mi	481	53.4:1	7.8

Showing 20 of 82 schools. View all schools in Knoxville

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- 1.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 29.7:1

Instructional Commitment

D 1.3 / 10

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School Day Length 4.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 846

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 19%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Enrollment 522

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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 89.3%

Black 3.6%

Two or More 2.9%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 1.3%

Native American 0.6%

Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5600 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, TN 37921

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rivers Edge Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Powell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Pleasant Ridge Elementary Knoxville	1.1 mi	297	6.1
Northwest Middle School Knoxville	1.0 mi	808	4.6
Ridgedale Alternative School Knoxville	1.2 mi	75	3.2
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville	1.3 mi	210	6.0
WEST END ACADEMY Knoxville	1.6 mi	12	—
West Haven Elementary Knoxville	1.7 mi	353	4.5
Norwood Elementary Knoxville	2.0 mi	489	5.5
Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville	2.4 mi	383	5.4
Bearden Middle School Knoxville	2.6 mi	1,243	5.6
Bearden Elementary Knoxville	3.0 mi	387	8.5
Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville	3.0 mi	41	5.5
CUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville	3.0 mi	492	6.4
Amherst Elementary School Knoxville	2.6 mi	692	6.9
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Powell	3.3 mi	221	6.3
West High School Knoxville	3.0 mi	1,509	6.5
KNOXVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville	3.2 mi	38	5.9
PRIDE & JOY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Knoxville	3.2 mi	15	—
West Hills Elementary Knoxville	3.4 mi	721	7.1
SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Knoxville	3.6 mi	513	6.8
Powell High School Powell	3.7 mi	1,292	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37921 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,813

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

29,064

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

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ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis, TN	640	4.2
Harris-Hillman Special Education Nashville, TN	486	4.3
CHESTNUT RIDGE ACADEMY & SATELLITE SCHOOL Fayetteville, TN	520	4.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rivers Edge Christian Academy

What grades does Rivers Edge Christian Academy serve?

Rivers Edge Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Rivers Edge Christian Academy?

Rivers Edge Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rivers Edge Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rivers Edge Christian Academy is 29.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rivers Edge Christian Academy rank in TN?

Rivers Edge Christian Academy ranks #282 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Rivers Edge Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rivers Edge Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rivers Edge Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Rivers Edge Christian 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 Rivers Edge Christian Academy a religious school?

Rivers Edge Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 37 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 522
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 29.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 4.7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Knox County
Phone: (865) 212-5575

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