Battle Ground Academy (BGA) is an independent college-preparatory school for pre-K through 12th grade.

Founded in 1889, the school was originally located in part on the site of the Battle of Franklin in the American Civil War.

The Harpeth Campus is located on Franklin Road in the historic Cox House and is home to grades K-4.

The Early Learning Center, BGA's pre-K program, is located at First Presbyterian Church of Franklin, Tennessee.

In 1996, the location of the Battle Ground Academy Upper School changed to the current site on Ernest Rice Lane (off of Mack Hatcher Parkway).

Guild Night has become a tradition for parents and students each year..[2] Board of Trust Merit Scholarships are provided to some of BGA's most promising incoming freshmen.