Every student deserves a school that fits their life.
Smart Schools is an accredited online school serving students in grades 6-12, with a primary focus on helping students succeed in high school and earn an accredited diploma. Whether your student needs more flexibility, a different learning environment, or additional support, we’re here to help them move confidently toward graduation.
A School Built Around Your Student
No two students learn the same way. That’s why Smart Schools combines flexible online learning with personalized support to help students stay engaged, make progress, and reach graduation.
While we proudly serve students in grades 6-12, our programs, educators, and support model are designed around helping students successfully navigate high school and prepare for whatever comes next.
- Flexible Online Learning: Students learn from anywhere in Tennessee with a schedule that fits around their life while maintaining the structure needed for academic success.
- Personalized Support: Students receive encouragement and guidance from caring educators who are invested in helping them succeed.
- Accredited Education: Students attend an accredited online private school while working toward a recognized high school diploma.
- Designed for Real Life: Whether your student is balancing work, athletics, family responsibilities, health challenges, or simply needs a different educational environment, Smart Schools provides the flexibility to keep moving forward.
- Exceptional Student Services (ESS): IEP and 504 services are available. Our staff will work with your student’s needs to ensure their success.
Why Families Choose Smart Schools
Choosing the right school is about finding a place where your student can thrive.
Smart Schools combines the flexibility families want with the accountability and support students need.
Added benefits to students:
- Professional and caring educators invested in student success
- Dedicated academic advisor who remains with the student from enrollment to graduation
- A welcoming online learning community
- A clear path toward earning an accredited high school diploma
About the Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program
The Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program is a statewide school choice program that provides eligible families with state-funded education dollars to customize their child’s education. Funds may be used for approved educational expenses, including tuition at participating private schools, online learning programs, curriculum, tutoring, educational technology, and other qualifying services.
For many Tennessee families, the program makes it easier to choose an educational option that better meets their student’s individual needs.
Tennessee ESA Program at a Glance
| Official Program Name | Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program |
| Annual Funding | Approximately $10,148 per student (varies by district funding allocation) |
| Eligible Students | Tennessee residents in grades K–12 who are eligible low-income students zoned for Memphis-Shelby County, Metro Nashville, Hamilton County, or a qualifying Achievement School District school. |
| Income Requirements | Yes, families must qualify as low-income be level determined by Tennessee Department of Education. Please visit their website for updated information. |
| Administered By | Tennessee Department of Education |
| Approved Uses | Private school tuition, online learning, curriculum, tutoring, educational technology, and other approved educational expenses |
How to Use the Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program with Smart Schools
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Step 1 Apply for Tennessee ESA Funding
Complete your application through the Tennessee Department of Education to determine your student’s eligibility for the Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program.
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Step 2 Talk with Smart Schools
Our enrollment specialists will answer your questions, explain how Smart Schools works, and help determine whether we’re the right fit for your student.
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Step 3 Complete Enrollment & Start Learning
Once your Tennessee ESA funding is approved, we’ll guide you through the enrollment process so your student can begin learning and working toward an accredited high school diploma.
See If Smart Schools is Right For Your Family
Whether you’re just beginning to explore the Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program or you’re ready to enroll, our team is here to answer your questions and help you understand your options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Give Your Student a School That Fits Their Life
Every student’s path is different.
Smart Schools provides the flexibility, support, and accredited education students need to stay on track and graduate with confidence. It’s a great fit for students who:
- Need more flexibility than a traditional school provides
- Learn better in an online environment
- Want to work at their own pace
- Balance school with work, athletics, or family responsibilities
- Need a fresh start in a supportive learning environment
- Are looking for an accredited school that keeps them moving toward graduation
If you’re exploring the Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) Program, we’d love to help you determine whether Smart Schools is the right fit for your family.