Very Good
#59 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 28% of private schools
Life Christian Academy
School
7640 WALL TRIANA HWY, Harvest, AL 35749
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#59 of 207
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About Life Christian Academy
Life Christian Academy is a private school in Harvest, AL. Life Christian Academy serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- AL avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 174 students, Life Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Life Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Life Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Life Christian Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Harvest, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Life Christian Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Endeavor Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Sparkman High School | 4.7 |
| Harvest School | 7.0 |
| Sparkman Ninth Grade School | 3.8 |
| Creekside Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Creekside Primary School | 8.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7640 WALL TRIANA HWY, Harvest, AL 35749
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Huntsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harvest, see our Harvest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy Elementary School Madison | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACAD - LOWER SCHOOL CAMPUS Madison | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Monrovia Middle School Huntsville | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Endeavor Elementary School Harvest | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Harvest School Harvest | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Monrovia Elementary School Huntsville | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Sparkman High School Harvest | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Sparkman Ninth Grade School Harvest | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Creekside Elementary School Harvest | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Creekside Primary School Harvest | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Rainbow Elementary School Madison | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Huntsville | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Discovery Middle School Madison | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Sparkman Middle School Toney | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Providence Elementary Huntsville | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY Madison | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Columbia Elementary School Madison | 5.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Liberty Middle School Madison | 5.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF HUNTSVILLE Huntsville | 5.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,866
Median Home Value
$270,300
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
29,297
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SPRINGWOOD SCHOOL Lanett, AL | 7.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tuscumbia, AL | 6.9 |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland, AL | 6.9 |
| J F Shields High School Beatrice, AL | 7.2 |
| THE CAPITOL SCHOOL Tuscaloosa, AL | 6.8 |
| CHILTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jemison, AL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Christian Academy
What grades does Life Christian Academy serve?
Life Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Life Christian Academy?
Life Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Life Christian Academy is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Life Christian Academy rank in AL?
Life Christian Academy ranks #59 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Life Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Life Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Life Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Life Christian Academy a religious school?
Life Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (256) 864-0949
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