Brinkley Heights Urban Academy

Brinkley Heights Urban Academy is a private Christian School for at-risk inner-city children.
BHUA is an interventionist type of school with an emphasis on early intervention through early childhood education.
BHUA's focus is on educating the whole student in a nurturing safe environment where academic, social, and spiritual growth is pursued with fervor.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 108 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Brinkley Heights Urban Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
108 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Brinkley Heights Urban Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Brinkley Heights Urban Academy?
The application deadline for Brinkley Heights Urban Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Brinkley Heights Urban Academy located?
Brinkley Heights Urban Academy is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other private schools located in The Heights.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 108 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Memphis, TN is $11,064 for elementary schools and $11,756 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Memphis, TN is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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