Franklin Road Academy
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4700 Franklin Road Nashville, Tennessee United States |
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| Type | Independent coeducational college-preparatory |
| Motto | "Building scholars with integrity and balance." |
| Established | 1971 |
| Head of school | Sean R. Casey |
| Grades | PreK-12 |
| Enrollment | 716 |
| Student to teacher ratio | 7:1 |
| Color(s) | Blue and White |
| Athletics conference | TSSAA - Division II-A |
| Mascot | Panthers |
| Newspaper | The Panther Post |
| Yearbook | The Blueprint |
| Website | http://www.franklinroadacademy.com |
Franklin Road Academy (FRA) is a private, college preparatory, co-educational, inclusive Christian school for students in grades Pre-K3-12. FRA was founded in 1971, and its current Head of School is Sean R. Casey. The school attracts students throughout the Nashville area, primarily Davidson and Williamson County residents.
Founded in 1971, Franklin Road Academy is a pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, co-educational independent school.
There are currently more than 700 students enrolled in grades Pre-K-12. While many students begin attending FRA as early as pre-kindergarten, there are multiple entry points; therefore, students come from a variety of backgrounds and sending schools. The overall student population represents 46 zip codes, and 19% of students receive need-based financial aid totaling approximately $1.3 million.
FRA is accredited through AdvancED (formerly Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) and is a member of the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). FRA is also a member of National Association of College Admissions Counseling and complies with the Statement of Principles and Good Practices.
FRA offers approximately 20 AP courses in all major disciplines each year and does not limit the number of AP courses a student may take. Enrollment in AP courses is based upon departmental approval, and all students who enroll in AP courses are required to sit for the AP exam.
Courses offered:
Although FRA’s college preparatory courses are rigorous, the school also offers approximately 15 honors courses each year for students wishing to pursue a more difficult curriculum or delve into a particular subject more deeply. Placement in honors courses is by departmental approval.
Throughout the year, student talent is showcased in a range of venues including a fall drama production; spring musical; Cocoa and Carols (a holiday talent performance); first and second grade Christmas musical; third grade Orff Instrument concert; the fourth grade visual and performing arts show; Grandparents Day performances; seasonal band and chorus concerts; an annual Pre-K-Alumni Visual Arts Show; regional and local competitions and festivals; and home football games featuring choir and band performances. FRA has a Jazz Ensemble as well as a Vocal Ensemble.
Franklin Road Academy is home to an extensive athletic program. Fifty-five teams are fielded each year at the varsity, junior varsity, and middle school levels.
In the upper school, FRA fields a team in every sport sanctioned by the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA), as well as cheerleading, hockey, bowling, and swimming. Additionally, the middle school fields a team in most sports. Football and track are offered in 5th and 6th grades, and student-athletes also have opportunities to participate in community league sports programs. Seventh and eighth graders have Physical Education and Wellness every other day and are encouraged to pursue their sports interests by participating in middle school competition through the Harpeth Valley Athletic Conference (HVAC). Beginning Fall of 2015, lower school students (K-5), have the opportunity to participate in cross country through the MTAC (Middle Tennessee Athletic Conference).
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