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Very Good

#36 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 16% of private schools

New Way Academy

School

5048 E OAK ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Private

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#36 of 225

In Phoenix

#7 of 44

public schools

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New Way Academy

7.4/10

School in Phoenix · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About New Way Academy

New Way Academy is a private school in Phoenix, AZ. New Way Academy serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Way Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 6:1 students to teachers, New Way Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

New Way 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

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How New Way Academy compares to 442 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
17.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
259
This School
vs
517
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.1% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
New Way Academy Phoenix Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
New Way Academy (this school) 7.4
The Excel Center - Papago
Griffith Elementary School 3.9
Brunson-Lee Elementary School 3.8
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Veritas 7.1
Great Hearts Academies - Veritas Prep 8.5
Balsz Online Academy (B.O.A.)
Ingleside Middle School 7.9
Tavan Elementary School 8.8
Pat Tillman Middle School 4.3
Ombudsman - Charter East II 4.9
Ombudsman - Charter East 4.8
Arcadia High School 6.7
Hopi Elementary School 9.2
Papago School 4.0
Great Hearts Online - Arizona
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix 5.0
Monte Vista Elementary School 3.8
Gateway School 3.8
Gateway Early College High School 4.5
David Crockett Elementary School 7.0

Showing 20 of 442 schools. View all schools in Phoenix

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 259
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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 AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.2%
Hispanic 8.1%
Black 4.2%
Asian 3.1%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5048 E OAK ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Way Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Veritas (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix (rated 5.0/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Orangedale Early Learning Center Phoenix 0.0 mi 6.0
ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Phoenix 0.2 mi
ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 0.4 mi 6.5
The Excel Center - Papago Phoenix 0.6 mi
Griffith Elementary School Phoenix 0.7 mi 3.9
Brunson-Lee Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 3.8
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Veritas Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.1
Great Hearts Academies - Veritas Prep Phoenix 1.0 mi 8.5
Balsz Online Academy (B.O.A.) Phoenix 1.1 mi
Ingleside Middle School Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.9
Tavan Elementary School Phoenix 1.2 mi 8.8
Pat Tillman Middle School Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.3
Ombudsman - Charter East II Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.9
Arcadia High School Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.7
Hopi Elementary School Phoenix 1.7 mi 9.2
Ombudsman - Charter East Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.8
Great Hearts Online - Arizona Phoenix 1.9 mi
Papago School Phoenix 1.8 mi 4.0
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Phoenix 2.0 mi 5.3
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix Phoenix 2.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,369

Median Home Value

$323,600

Median Rent

$1,300/mo

Population

60,499

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

30.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

30.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Way Academy

What grades does New Way Academy serve?

New Way Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend New Way Academy?

New Way Academy has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Way Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at New Way Academy is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Way Academy rank in AZ?

New Way Academy ranks #36 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is New Way Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

New Way Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is New Way Academy a private school?

Yes, New Way Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Way Academy a religious school?

No, New Way Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
259
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County

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