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About Battle Ground Academy

AN ELEVATED EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY

Battle Ground Academy is the No. 1 Private K-12 School in Williamson County. We've been the educational leader in the area for 135 years, working day in and day out to ignite and nurture curiosity, intellect, and character in our students. 

As an independent school, BGA has the flexibility to adjust our curriculum to meet each student where they are academically and create a community where students from all different backgrounds feel like they belong. BGA receives no government funding and is not affiliated with any religious, social, or other educational organization.

Why Choose BGA

What makes BGA special? From strong academics to wellness to myriad co-curricular activities, BGA is much more than a mere classroom experience. 

Experiential Learning

BGA understands the value of connecting lessons with real-world examples, in and out of the classroom, to reinforce what we’re teaching. And, it happens in every grade and every class.

Community Service

Required annual service hours are gained through on-campus, school-organized projects as well as student-led service with nonprofit organizations in Middle Tennessee and around the world.

Holistic Approach to Wellness

BGA's Wellness Program includes physical, mental, nutritional, and recovery components essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Growth Mindset Development

BGA encourages a growth mindset, providing students with the support they need to push ahead and build resilience as they work toward their goals. 

Strong Academics

Through our curriculum, special programs, and co-curricular opportunities, we prepare students for the academic rigors of some of the country’s top colleges and universities.

Welcoming Community

Our community recognizes and respects students from all different backgrounds and provides an environment where each student can feel a sense of belonging.

Bonds that Last a Lifetime

BGA students enjoy the continuity of strong friendships and relationships with teachers and students that span their entire K-12 experience and often last a lifetime.

Full Focus on Each Student

Each of our students is known, valued, supported, and taught as an individual year after year as they grow and develop from children into young adults.

Bright Futures Ahead

BGA Wildcats graduate from the nation's top college and universities, building successful, fulfilling careers.

Interests, Ideas, and Passions

We take pride in igniting the curiosity of our students both inside and outside the classroom through programs that expose them to varied interests, new ideas, and potential passions.

Honor, Character, and Service

Our Honor Code, Core Values, and the BGA Way are revered as the bedrocks of our community. Through character education and service, our students learn the value of respect and compassion.

Independence and Freedom
As an accredited independent school, BGA is free from government mandates for testing and learning that may not fit every student. 

COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS OF BGA GRADUATES IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY

BGA's College Center facilitates an individualized approach that empowers students to identify colleges and universities that best fit their academic, extracurricular, and professional goals. Here are a few examples of the many college choices our recent graduate have made.

Auburn University
Baylor University
Case Western
Clemson University
College of Charleston
Columbia University
Emory University
Furman University
Georgetown University
New York University
Northwestern University
Rhodes College
Rice University
SCAD
Sewanee - The University of the South
University of Alabama
University of Georgia
University of Pennsylvania
University of Southern California
University of Tennessee
University of Virginia
Vanderbilt University
Washington and Lee
Washington University in St. Louis
Yale University

BGA SCHOOL LEVELS

Our K-12 grade levels span across three school levels at two campuses. Our Lower School serves grades K-4 on our Harpeth Campus. Our Middle School (grades 5-8) and Upper School (grades 9-12) reside on our Glen Echo campus. Our Early Learning Center will open in Fall 2024 and offer pre-K4 and pre-K5.

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#1

Private K-12 School in Williamson County

1889

Year BGA Founded

900

Students in Grades K-12

135

Years as the Educational Leader in Williamson County

100%

Students Known by Name

94%

Average Student Retention Rate

98%

Class of 2023 Graduates Accepted to At Least One of Their Top Three College Choices

52

College & University Destinations for 2023 Graduates

Accreditation & Memberships

BGA is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. BGA is also proud to partner with The Social Institute to support our families and help our students navigate challenges related to social-emotional health, social media, and technology.

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