ETCHA provides a Christ-centered ministry to help at-risk adolescent girls and their families in need of respite and/or reprieve.
We offer Hope by giving a safe home with kindhearted, Christian House Parents and Staff; through nationally recognized biblically-based academics; and through learning about what Christ can bring to life! Due to the individualized curriculum of Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) that is biblically based, the girls are able to succeed in school and learn in a safe, protective environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TN School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
East Tn Christian Home & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1946
Campus Size
18
Student Body
Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Growing Girls God’s Way
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Tn Christian Home & Academy often compared to?
East Tn Christian Home & Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Chance Transitional School by visitors of our site.
What is East Tn Christian Home & Academy's ranking?
East Tn Christian Home & Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for East Tn Christian Home & Academy?
The application deadline for East Tn Christian Home & Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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