Tuition & Billing
We realize that choosing to invest in a TACA education is a sacrifice for some of our families. It is an important choice that all of us make, as parents, to ensure our students are provided an excellent, Christ-centered education that will prepare them to be tomorrow’s Christian leaders.
Make A Donation
Please join us in praying that God will provide for our families in need. We ask that you consider making a donation to enable Tennessee Avenue Christian Academy to continue offering an excellent academic program based on a Biblical world view. Together we are truly training tomorrow’s Christian leaders!
Gifts can be made directly to the scholarship fund.
Tennessee Avenue Christian Academy is a non-profit 501(c) 3.
All unrestricted gifts are tax deductible.
Tuition
(Kindergarten - 12th Grade)
TACA has always worked diligently to keep the cost of tuition at an affordable rate and minimize any additional fees throughout the year. As such, TACA has one of the lowest private school tuition rates by far. The average private school tuition in Tennessee as of 2026 is $13,584 for elementary schools and $14,761 for high schools.
TACA offers an annual tuition rate of $5500.
Our one-time enrollment fee is $250.
We are partners with you on this educational journey and truly believe our students will be well prepared for the future.
Tuition (Early Childhood)
Full day tuition includes lunch for all children not still on baby food. For two & three year olds, the monthly $25 fee includes two snacks daily each month. Prices are based on your child’s age on August 15th. The price will remain the same throughout the year unless your child is moved to another room.
6 weeks – 12 months: $205 per week
12 months – 24 months: $195 per week
2 year olds: $185 per week
3 year olds: $175 per week ($10.00 additional charge per week until completely potty trained.)
$65 per year TACA Fee
$25 snack fee due monthly for two & three year olds
Afterschool Program & Meals
We provide afterschool care and activities for students K4 - 12th Grade every weekday until 5:00pm.
Weekly rate: $150
Monthly rate: $550
Families have the option of providing a packed lunch and snack for their children, or may choose to sign them up for school lunches. TACA offers a variety of nutritious daily meal options to help keep our students healthy are energized.
Weekly rate: $150
Monthly rate: $550
Tuition Assistance
We at Tennessee Avenue Christian Academy are committed to provide tuition assistance for those who need it. For financial aid and grant, we encourage you to visit the TADS website link and apply.
We would like to make an excellent Christian education available to all families. As such, TACA has made available a needs-based scholarship program. This assistance will be awarded based on financial need with a financial assessment completed by the TADS Grant and Aid Program. Scholarship is available on a “first come first served” basis. We encourage all families to apply for financial aid, if needed.
Tennessee Avenue Christian Academy has established a generous tuition assistance program, however, our funding is limited.
Applying For Assistance
STEP ONE
Complete the online application for each child you wish to enroll here.
STEP TWO
Complete the TADS Grant & Aid assessment form.
STEP THREE
Family Interview will be scheduled.
STEP FOUR
You will be notified in writing of eligibility and acceptance. Acceptance is based on eligibility as determined by TADS Grant and Aid in the order in which applications are received.
If you have any questions regarding your application or the application process, please call Cindy Beal at 423-989-4346, or email her at cindy.beal@tabaptist.org.
Tennessee Avenue Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, financial assistance and loan programs, athletic programs, and other school administered programs and activities.
