Highland Academy (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Highland Academy

211 Highland Circle Dr
Portland, TN 37148

Tel: (615) 325-2036

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Highland Academy's mission is to provide a Christ-centered education as revealed in God's Word that assists students in developing an eternal relationship with Christ, to honor God, and to serve a global society.

Highland Academy's philosophy is to teach the beliefs, ideals and customs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, as well as to lead its students to ascertain and accept, in practice and sentiment, the mind and will of God as revealed in His Word.

This unique educational approach is based on the belief of a harmonious development of the physical, mental, social and spiritual elements within each student.

Our school seeks to provide a Christ-centered curriculum and program of activities, utilizing the inspired counsel given to the church, as well as appropriate secular theories, in its implementation.

The school seeks to develop an attitude of service in each student.

This concept of community is stressed to develop a well-rounded member of a global society and, above all else, loyal, conscientious Christians.

Highland Academy, in cooperation with the home and the church, accepts as its basic evangelistic task the education and redemption of its students.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TN School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 100 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,960
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Highland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1907

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

100 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 21%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,960

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Application URL

School Notes

Highland Academy's mission is to provide a Christ-centered education as revealed in God's Word that assists students in developing an eternal relationship with Christ, to honor God, and to serve a global society. Highland Academy's philosophy is to teach the beliefs, ideals and customs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, as well as to lead its students to ascertain and accept, in practice and sentiment, the mind and will of God as revealed in His Word. This unique educational approach is based on the belief of a harmonious development of the physical, mental, social and spiritual elements within each student. Our school seeks to provide a Christ-centered curriculum and program of activities, utilizing the inspired counsel given to the church, as well as appropriate secular theories, in its implementation. The school seeks to develop an attitude of service in each student. This concept of community is stressed to develop a well-rounded member of a global society and, above all else, loyal, conscientious Christians. Highland Academy, in cooperation with the home and the church, accepts as its basic evangelistic task the education and redemption of its students.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Highland Academy cost?

Highland Academy's tuition is approximately $11,960 for private students.

What is Highland Academy's ranking?

Highland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Highland Academy?

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked TN School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 100 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,960
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Sumner County, TN is $10,716 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).