Greater Memphis Adventist Academy (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Greater Memphis Adventist Academy

1325 E Alcy Rd
Memphis, TN 38106

Tel: (901) 775-3960

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Greater Memphis Adventist Academy is a co鈥揺d private school in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN, serving grades PK through 8 in a city setting.

The school was founded in 1920 and has a total enrollment of 31 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 8:1.

Greater Memphis Adventist Academy has a 100% student population of color, reflecting diversity within this Memphis private school.

The school is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist religious orientation and participates in other school associations.

Located in Memphis, TN, this private elementary and middle school offers small class sizes supported by four teaching staff members.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 31 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Greater Memphis Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1920

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

31 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 21%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$5,000.00*Grades 9-10 $6,000.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greater Memphis Adventist Academy's ranking?

Greater Memphis Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Greater Memphis Adventist Academy?

The application deadline for Greater Memphis Adventist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Greater Memphis Adventist Academy located?

Greater Memphis Adventist Academy is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 31 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Memphis, TN is $13,375 for elementary schools and $14,630 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Memphis, TN is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).