Servants † Scholars † Disciples

Why CAK?

Choosing a school is about more than academics, it’s about finding a community that will come alongside your family during every stage of your child’s growth.
At CAK, we believe education works best when school and home are united by a shared foundation of faith. As a covenant Christian school, we partner with Christian families to help students grow academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally from preschool through graduation. What students are learning in the classroom reinforces the values and biblical truth being taught at home and church, creating a consistent Christ-centered foundation throughout their educational journey.

Our commitment to Christ-centered education shapes everything we do. From the earliest years of discovery and foundational learning to the preparation and purpose developed in high school, students are encouraged to pursue excellence, build strong character, and understand their identity in Christ.

  • 1,130

    Students Enrolled

  • 12:1

    Student-Faculty Ratio

  • 94%

    Retention Rate

  • 95%

    College Acceptance Rate

  • 18

    Average Class Size

  • 49

    Athletic Teams

  • 1977

    Founding Year

  • 95

    College Credits Available
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Preschool/Kindergarten Open House

Tuesday, September 22nd from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Since 1977,  The Christian Academy of Knoxville has provided an excellent education built upon a Christ-centered worldview. 

  • Current CAK Family

    CAK feels personal. The relationships our family has built here have meant more to us than we ever expected.

What's Happening On Campus

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  • "Footsteps of Paul" Greece Tour 2027

    Greece Tour Details

    Dates: February 27th-March 8th, 2027
    Cost: $4750 includes airfare, tours, and most meals
    Information Meeting: Thursday, October 29th, 2026, in the HS Music Room
    Who can go: CAK high school students & their parents, and CAK staff
    Contact: Glen Davenport at gdavenport@cakmail.org or Christa Margene at cmargene@cakmail.org
    Information: Download the information sheet and fill out the application today. 

  • CAK College Fair

    Join us for the CAK College Fair on Thursday, September 24, from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Christian Life Center.
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Knoxville's premier preschool to 12th grade private, college preparatory, Christian school located in Knox County, Tennessee.
Address: 529 Academy Way, Knoxville, TN 37923
Phone: (865) 690-4721

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