TCPS was founded in 1997 by a group of parents committed to Christian education.

When initially founded, the school was named Tennessee Christian Academy.

In 2008, school administrators increased academic rigor, tightened admissions policies and began to focus on providing college-preparatory education for all students.

Currently, TCPS leases its campus on the former site of Tomlinson College of the Church of God of Prophecy.

Tennessee Christian Preparatory School offers several sports that compete at the varsity level including soccer, cross-country, baseball, basketball, volleyball and golf.