Franklin Road Christian School in Murfreesboro, TN, serves 625 co鈥揺d students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community.
Founded in 1974, the school is affiliated with the Baptist orientation and holds membership in the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS).
The school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1 with an average class size of 15, supported by 38 faculty members.
Annual tuition at Franklin Road Christian School is $4,350, ranking among the more affordable private school options in Murfreesboro.
Approximately 15% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some student diversity within the school population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,350
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Franklin Road Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
625 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$300.00 for Registration
$300.00 for Books
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
DramaFine Arts
School Notes
- School Motto: Training your child in a Christ-centered environment
- School Mascot: Minutemen
- Franklin Road Christian School is designed to assist the Christian home in the responsibility of training the child in a Christ-centered philosophy of life.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Franklin Road Christian School cost?
Franklin Road Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,350 for private students.
What schools are Franklin Road Christian School often compared to?
Franklin Road Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Bill Rice Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Franklin Road Christian School offer?
Franklin Road Christian School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Franklin Road Christian School's ranking?
Franklin Road Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Franklin Road Christian School?
The application deadline for Franklin Road Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Franklin Road Christian School is Genesis Teen Learning Center @ Rutherford County (3.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Redeemer Classical Academy (4.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Murfreesboro KinderCare (1.1 miles away)
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