Evangelical Christian School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TN School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 965 students
Acceptance rate: 98%
Application Deadline: Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Evangelical Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Evangelical Christian School
Pre-K	111
Kind	50
1	51
2	48
3	56
4	49
5	47
6	65
7	74
8	84
9	80
10	86
11	82
12	82

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1965

School Motto

Partnering with Parents. Building for Life.

Student Body

Total Students

965 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

120 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

90 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Other school association(s)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Cathy Boyd

Admissions Associate

Sarah Young

Application URL

Endowment Size

$31 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

Colors

White, Gold, Cardinal

School Mascot

Eagle

School Notes

The mission of Evangelical Christian School is to provide the Christian family a Christ-centered, biblically-directed education that challenges students to know the Lord Jesus Christ and to develop the vision and practice of excellence in academics, character, leadership and service to others.

The mission of Evangelical Christian School is to provide the Christian family a Christ-centered, biblically-directed education that challenges students to know the Lord Jesus Christ and to develop the vision and practice of excellence in academics, character, leadership and service to others.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Evangelical Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Evangelical Christian School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does Evangelical Christian School offer?

Evangelical Christian School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is Evangelical Christian School's ranking?

Evangelical Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Evangelical Christian School?

The application deadline for Evangelical Christian School is Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 2 / Jun. 2 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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Fall Break

October 05, 2026 (Monday)

Fall Break

October 05, 2026 (Monday)

Fall Break

October 06, 2026 (Tuesday)

Fall Break

October 06, 2026 (Tuesday)

Fall Break

October 07, 2026 (Wednesday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 11/8/2024

This is our 3rd year at ECS. Both of my children are thriving in the Christian environment. The teachers are caring. yet hold them accountable. We are truly grateful for the leadership and teaching at ECS.

- Posted by Parent - Jami

5 11/8/2024

ECS is a school that truly cares for its students and families. They see the importance of viewing every part of life through the Gospel lens. They teach our children to do everything (academics, athletics, fine arts, etc) for the Glory of God.

- Posted by Parent - ECSparent

5 11/8/2024

We love the mission of ECS. It id important to us that our boys are taught a biblical worldview as a part of their education.

- Posted by Parent - Kinsey McCutchen

5 9/29/2023

ECS has been a wonderful experience for my three children. They have learned so much academically, physically, and most importantly spiritually. It has blessed me to watch the teachers care so deeply about their students.

- Posted by Parent - Murphy

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The average private school tuition in Shelby County, TN is $13,380 for elementary schools and $15,061 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Shelby County, TN is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).