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#156 of 284 private schools in TN
Riverside Christian Academy
School · Fayetteville, TN
A private school in Fayetteville, TN serving grades Kindergarten – 12th.
116 RIVERSIDE LN, Fayetteville, TN 37334
- 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
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Where Riverside Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 16Car-Dependent
- Bike 17Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,826/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$62,262
Median home value
$207,800
Median rent
$790/mo
College educated
19%
Homeownership
72.1%
Poverty rate
12.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 37334; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Central AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | 4–12 | 1.6 mi | 47 | Compare → |
| Lincoln Central Virtual AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | K–12 | 1.6 mi | 39 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Riverside Christian Academy is listed in Fayetteville, TN; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Riverside Christian Academy
Riverside Christian Academy is a private school in Fayetteville, TN, serving approximately 211 students in grades Kindergarten-12th with a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 284 private schools in TN.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Riverside Christian Academy
What grades does Riverside Christian Academy serve?
Riverside Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Riverside Christian Academy?
Riverside Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Christian Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Riverside Christian Academy rank in TN?
Riverside Christian Academy ranks #156 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Riverside Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Riverside Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Riverside Christian Academy 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 Riverside Christian Academy a religious school?
Riverside Christian Academy has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of Christ
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (931) 435-4722
- Area population (ZIP 37334)
- 24,168
- Area average commute
- 29.4 min
- Area median age
- 39.7
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 37334; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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