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The Farm School

School

151 SCHOOLHOUSE RD, Summertown, TN 38483

Private

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#150 of 284

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The Farm School

6.3/10

School in Summertown · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Summertown High School

6.0/10

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Summertown Elementary

7.4/10

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About The Farm School

The Farm School is a private school in Summertown, TN. The Farm School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Farm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • TN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 36 students, The Farm School 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, The Farm School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Farm School 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 The Farm School compares to the 2 public schools in Summertown, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
36
This School
vs
517
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.7% vs 0%
Black 8.3% vs 0%
The Farm School Summertown Public Avg

All Schools in Summertown

School Rating
The Farm School (this school) 6.3
Summertown High School 6.0
Summertown 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)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
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- 4.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 36
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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 91.7%
Black 8.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

151 SCHOOLHOUSE RD, Summertown, TN 38483

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Farm School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hampshire Unit School (rated 7.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Hampshire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pioneer Virtual Academy (rated 5.2/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Lawrenceburg), a more accessible option. Additionally, ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Columbia), a more accessible option. For more schools in Summertown, see our Summertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Summertown High School Summertown 3.3 mi 6.0
Summertown Elementary Summertown 3.6 mi 7.4
NORTH AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 8.3 mi
Hampshire Unit School Hampshire 8.4 mi 7.6
WEST AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 8.7 mi
MCDOWELL MIDDLE AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 9.2 mi
FREEDOM HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ethridge 9.1 mi
Mt Pleasant High School Mt. Pleasant 8.1 mi 6.5
J E Woody Elementary Mt. Pleasant 8.3 mi 8.0
Mt. Pleasant Middle Visual Perform. Arts Mt. Pleasant 8.5 mi 5.8
LONE OAK AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 10.3 mi
Ethridge Elementary Ethridge 10.9 mi 6.0
MINT SPRINGS AMISH SCHOOL Ethridge 10.4 mi
BILL EGLY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Lawrenceburg 13.3 mi
HOHENWALD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hohenwald 12.6 mi
ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia 13.2 mi 4.9
Lawrence Co High School Lawrenceburg 15.2 mi 5.0
Pioneer Virtual Academy Lawrenceburg 15.3 mi 5.2
David Crockett Elementary Lawrenceburg 15.6 mi 5.2
Ingram Sowell Elementary Lawrenceburg 15.8 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38483 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,281

Median Home Value

$205,800

Median Rent

$747/mo

Population

7,133

College Educated

13.6%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

33.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Lincoln Central Virtual Academy Fayetteville, TN 6.2
Lincoln Central Academy Fayetteville, TN 6.4
NORRIS ACADEMY Andersonville, TN 6.4
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy Johnson City, TN 6.1
CEDARS OF LEBANON ACADEMY Mc Minnville, TN 6.6
LANDMARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oneida, TN 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Farm School

What grades does The Farm School serve?

The Farm School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend The Farm School?

The Farm School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Farm School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Farm School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Farm School rank in TN?

The Farm School ranks #150 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is The Farm School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Farm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Farm School a private school?

Yes, The Farm School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Farm School a religious school?

The Farm School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
36
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lewis County

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