Average
#82 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 43% of private schools
Life Academy
School
636 29 RD, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#82 of 188
In Grand Junction
#1 of 6
public schools
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Life Academy
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About Life Academy
Life Academy is a private school in Grand Junction, CO. Life Academy serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Life 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Life Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Life 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 Academy compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Grand Junction, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Life Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| Independence Academy | 6.6 |
| Nisley Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Fruitvale Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Bookcliff Middle School | 4.1 |
| Career Center Preschool | 3.6 |
| Thunder Mountain Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Orchard Avenue Elementary School | 5.6 |
| R-5 High School | 4.7 |
| Central High School | 5.3 |
| Pear Park Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Grand Mesa Middle School | 3.7 |
| Grand River Academy | 5.4 |
| Tope Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Juniper Ridge Community School | 6.8 |
| Chipeta Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Grand Junction High School | 5.7 |
| Grand Mesa Youth Services Center | — |
| West Middle School | 6.0 |
| Chatfield Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Pomona Elementary School | 7.3 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Grand Junction
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 CO.
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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 CO
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
636 29 RD, Grand Junction, CO 81504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LANDMARK BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Grand River Academy (rated 5.4/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grand Junction, see our Grand Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Independence Academy Grand Junction | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Nisley Elementary School Grand Junction | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Bookcliff Middle School Grand Junction | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Fruitvale Elementary School Grand Junction | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Career Center Preschool Grand Junction | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Thunder Mountain Elementary School Grand Junction | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Orchard Avenue Elementary School Grand Junction | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| BOOKCLIFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Junction | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| R-5 High School Grand Junction | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Pear Park Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| PEAR PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Grand Junction | 2.4 mi | — |
| Grand River Academy Grand Junction | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Central High School Grand Junction | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Grand Mesa Youth Services Center Grand Junction | 2.9 mi | — |
| LANDMARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Grand Junction | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL OF MESSIAH Grand Junction | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Grand Mesa Middle School Grand Junction | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Tope Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Chipeta Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Juniper Ridge Community School Grand Junction | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,907
Median Home Value
$290,300
Median Rent
$1,414/mo
Population
31,949
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Telluride, CO | 6.6 |
| TWELVE STONES CLASSICAL SCHOOL Colorado Springs, CO | 6.6 |
| Hi-Plains School District R-23 Seibert, CO | 6.5 |
| Monte Vista On-Line Academy Monte Vista, CO | 6.5 |
| NORTHERN COLORADO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Eaton, CO | 6.5 |
| Liberty School Joes, CO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Academy
What grades does Life Academy serve?
Life Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Life Academy?
Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Life Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Life Academy rank in CO?
Life Academy ranks #82 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Life Academy a private school?
Yes, Life Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal 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 Academy a religious school?
Life Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 145 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mesa County
- Phone
- (970) 462-7900
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