Below Average
#196 of 207 private schools in AL
New Life Christian School of Excellence
Elementary School
1622 7TH AVE N, Bessemer, AL 35020
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#196 of 207
In Bessemer
#2 of 2
public schools
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New Life Christian School of Excellence
Elementary School in Bessemer · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School
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Abrams Elementary School
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About New Life Christian School of Excellence
New Life Christian School of Excellence is a private elementary school in Bessemer, AL. New Life Christian School of Excellence serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Christian School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, New Life Christian School of Excellence 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.
New Life Christian School of Excellence 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 New Life Christian School of Excellence compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Bessemer, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Christian School of Excellence (this school) | 4.5 |
| Abrams Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Charles F Hard Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Jonesboro Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Westhills Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Empower Community School | 6.5 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 5.6 |
| McCalla Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Concord Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School | 7.6 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1622 7TH AVE N, Bessemer, AL 35020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Christian School of Excellence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abrams Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Empower Community School (rated 6.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles F Hard Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bessemer, see our Bessemer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School Bessemer | 0.4 mi | — |
| Abrams Elementary School Bessemer | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Charles F Hard Elementary School Bessemer | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Jonesboro Elementary School Bessemer | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| DUNNAMS PRIVATE SCHOOL Bessemer | 2.0 mi | — |
| Westhills Elementary School Bessemer | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Brighton School Brighton | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Bessemer City Middle School Bessemer | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Hueytown Middle School Hueytown | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Lipscomb Elementary School Lipscomb | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Hueytown Intermediate School Hueytown | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Rutledge School Midfield | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Bessemer City High School Bessemer | 3.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Hueytown Primary School Hueytown | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Empower Community School Bessemer | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Midfield High School Midfield | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Glen Oaks Elementary School Fairfield | 4.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Bessemer | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Midfield Elementary School Midfield | 4.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MT PILGRIM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairfield | 5.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,247
Median Home Value
$90,900
Median Rent
$856/mo
Population
25,308
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
34.9%
Median Age
40.7
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|---|---|
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| Bruce K Craig Elementary School Selma, AL | 5.2 |
| Repton Junior High School Repton, AL | 5.5 |
| Rosalie Elementary School Pisgah, AL | 5.5 |
| Meadowlane Elementary School Phenix City, AL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Life Christian School of Excellence
What grades does New Life Christian School of Excellence serve?
New Life Christian School of Excellence serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New Life Christian School of Excellence?
New Life Christian School of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Christian School of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Christian School of Excellence is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Life Christian School of Excellence rank in AL?
New Life Christian School of Excellence ranks #196 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is New Life Christian School of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Christian School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Life Christian School of Excellence a private school?
Yes, New Life Christian School of Excellence is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Life Christian School of Excellence a religious school?
New Life Christian School of Excellence has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 425-4735
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