Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and at Battle Ground Academy, we’re here to help you make it with confidence.
For 137 years, families have trusted BGA to provide more than an exceptional education. They come for academic excellence rooted in character. For inspiring teachers who truly know and support each child. For a welcoming community that brings out students’ confidence, purpose, and potential. And for a future shaped not only by what students know, but by who they are becoming.
Whether your child is stepping into a classroom for the first time or ready to take on high school, BGA offers a transformative pre-K through 12th grade experience where students grow with intention and families feel at home.
A Competitive and Thoughtful Admissions Process
Admission to Battle Ground Academy is highly competitive, with average student retention rates between 95 and 98%. While we consider applications at all grade levels, our primary entry points are in our Early Learning Center and fourth grade, fifth grade, and ninth grade, when class sizes expand to welcome new students into the BGA experience. We encourage families to inquire early and explore our community. Our admissions team is here to ensure you feel informed, supported, and confident throughout the process.
Key Dates
To be considered in the first round of admissions decisions, please complete all application steps by the appropriate priority deadline:
| Grade Level | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early Learning Center (Pre-K3, Pre-K4, Jr. Kindergarten) | December 1 |
| Kindergarten through 12th Grade | January 15 |
Application Steps by Division
Click below to view the admissions checklist specific to your child’s division:
The online application and all Early Learning Center (ELC) supplemental forms and registrations are accessible through Finalsite Enrollment.
- Submit an Inquiry Form.
- Apply by December 1 for priority consideration.
- Complete the parent supplement.
- Attend an ELC information session and campus visit.
- Complete ELC testing and observation.
- Decision Notification Date: February 28
Please note, students seeking admission to the Early Learning Center must be three years old for our Pre-K3 program, four years old for Pre-K4, or five years old for Junior Kindergarten by August 1.
The online application and all Lower School supplemental forms and registrations are accessible through Finalsite Enrollment
- Submit an Inquiry Form.
- Schedule a campus tour.
- Apply by January 15 for priority consideration.
- Complete the parent supplement.
- Request a teacher recommendation. (Per district policy, the Williamson County School District will not complete recommendation forms.)
- Complete a transcript/records release form.
- Schedule a shadow day and observation.
- Decision Notification Date: February 28
The online application and all Middle School supplemental forms and registrations are accessible through Finalsite Enrollment
- Submit an Inquiry Form.
- Schedule a campus tour.
- Apply by January 15 for priority consideration.
- Complete a parent supplement.
- Complete a student supplement.
- Request a teacher recommendation. (Per district policy, the Williamson County School District will not complete recommendation forms.)
- Complete a transcript/records release form.
- Schedule your ISEE Testing.
- December 6, 2025
- January 24, 2026
- February 7, 2026
- Schedule a shadow day.
- Submit athletic/extracurricular recommendations (optional).
- Decision Notification Date: February 28
The online application and all Upper School supplemental forms and registrations are accessible through Finalsite Enrollment
- Submit an Inquiry Form.
- Schedule a campus tour.
- Apply by January 15 for priority consideration.
- Complete a parent supplement.
- Complete a student supplement.
- Request a teacher recommendation. (Per district policy, the Williamson County School District will not complete recommendation forms.)
- Submit a transcript/records release form.
- Register for ISEE testing.
- December 6, 2025
- January 24, 2026
- February 7, 2026
- Schedule a shadow day.
- Submit athletic/extracurricular recommendations (optional).
- Decision Notification Date: February 28
We’d Love to Meet You
There’s nothing quite like experiencing BGA in person. From the warmth of our faculty to the energy in our classrooms, a campus visit is one of the best ways to explore our community and see if we’re the right fit for your family.
The first step? Start your inquiry. Once you complete our inquiry form, you’ll be able to schedule a campus tour, connect with our Admissions team, and access division-specific application checklists — all in one place.