Compass (2026-27 Profile)

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Compass

7900 Lowrance Rd Memphis, TN 38125

Tel: (901) 758-2002

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 4-12
Enrollment: 61 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Compass is a nonsectarian, co鈥揺d alternative school located in the Richwood neighborhood of suburban Memphis, TN, serving grades 4 through 12.
The school has an enrollment of 61 students and a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 10 to 1, supported by 6 teachers.
Approximately 44% of the student body represents students of color, ranking Compass among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for diversity.
Nearby private schools in Memphis offer varied grade levels and enrollment sizes, with average tuition rates around $13,000 to $14,500 for elementary and high school programs.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 4-12
Enrollment: 61 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 4-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Compass
4	1
6	1
7	12
9	20
10	10
11	5
12	12

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Student Body

Total Students

61 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$0, assessment is offered at no cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Compass?

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

In what neighborhood is Compass located?

Compass is located in the Richwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN.

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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).