Providence Academy vs. Ashley Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Providence Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
Ashley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Overview
Providence Academy partners with parents to equip students to develop spiritual maturity and achieve academic excellence through a biblically-based, Christ-centered, classical education, so they will think and live in a manner which brings glory to God.
The mission of Ashley Academy is to provide children with unique and challenging learning opportunities in a nurturing, safe, and culturally diverse school environment.
In order to achieve this mission, our school community emphasizes respect, responsibility, integrity, and the love of learning.
Ashley Academy is committed to helping students develop their talents, interests and character while cultivating outstanding academic skills.
The small class sizes, hands-on learning experiences, progressive curriculum, and caring environments enable Ashley Academy to excel in meeting the individual needs of each child.
Grades Offered
PK-12
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Learning Programs Supported
Dylexia/Mild Learning Differences
n/a
Year Founded
1994
1979
Students Body
Total Students
838 students
170 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
28%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
15
Pre-K Students
54
50
Kindergarten Students
64
15
Grade 1 Students
51
8
Grade 2 Students
68
21
Grade 3 Students
62
13
Grade 4 Students
60
12
Grade 5 Students
65
14
Grade 6 Students
65
9
Grade 7 Students
76
5
Grade 8 Students
60
8
Grade 9 Students
52
-
Grade 10 Students
65
-
Grade 11 Students
49
-
Grade 12 Students
47
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
27 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
80%
90%
Average Class Size
20
15
Number of AP Classes
15
n/a
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:7
1:6
Average ACT score
28
n/a
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Khaki bottoms, collared shirts)
(Khaki bottoms, collared shirts)
Casual
(Logo polo w/ black or grey pants)
(Logo polo w/ black or grey pants)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$9,400
$9,400
Tuition Notes
20-25% of PA families receive needs-based tuition assistance. For more information, please contact jmccormack@providenceacademy.com
Financial Aid and Scholarships are available. Families will need to apply online. Contact the school for more information.
% on Financial Aid
25%
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,500
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
Admissions Director
Jenny McCormack
Julianne Hurst
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18
5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
28
6
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art Club, Audio Visual Club, Chamber Ensemble, Chess Club, DIY Club, Drumline, Electronics/Ham Radio, Elementary basketball, Elementary Drama, Elementary Running Club, Elementary Soccer, Elementary Strings, Elementary VEX Robotics, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, ICode Technology Club, Junior Cotillion, Model UN, Mountain Biking Club, Orchestra, Pee Wee Cheerleading, Pee Wee Football, Science Club, Shakespeare Club, Spike Ball Club, Theater Production, Ultimate Frisbee, Variety Club, VEX Robotics
Cross Country, Debate Club, Minecraft Club, Music lessons, Strategy Game Club, Track and Field