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#1240 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Christian Life Academy

Elementary School

4905 W PROSPECT RD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

107

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Enrollment

107

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,240 of 1,462

In Fort Lauderdale

#18 of 25

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About Christian Life Academy

Christian Life Academy is a private elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Christian Life Academy serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Christian Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,240 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.5 pts below FL schools

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 107 students, Christian 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.

Christian 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

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How Christian Life Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.3:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

107

This School

589

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.1

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 81.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%

White 1.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Christian Life Academy Fort Lauderdale Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christian Life Academy (this school)	—	107	15.3:1	5.1
WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.1 mi	681	17.5:1	3.2
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	462	17.1:1	6.8
LAKEWOOD RANCH PREPARATORY ACADEMY	2.8 mi	1,270	18.1:1	—
FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	739	16.4:1	9.2
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.2 mi	615	19.8:1	5.9
DILLARD 6-12	3.3 mi	2,199	20.7:1	3.6
WINGATE OAKS CENTER	3.4 mi	120	7.1:1	6.1
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	325	18.1:1	7.2
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY	3.7 mi	442	17.7:1	7.5
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	288	13.7:1	7.6
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER	4.3 mi	76	—:1	5.7
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	299	13:1	5.1
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	512	19:1	4.9
SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL	4.4 mi	1,238	20.6:1	6.0
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	413	19.7:1	7.1
BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.8 mi	575	19.2:1	8.4
VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	692	18.7:1	6.9
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.2 mi	510	17.6:1	8.1
RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.4 mi	465	17.2:1	5.1
NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY	5.8 mi	111	—:1	7.3

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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 FL.

Classroom Attention

C 3.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 107

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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 FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 81.3%

Two or More 8.4%

Hispanic 6.5%

White 1.9%

Asian 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4905 W PROSPECT RD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christian Life Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARK LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ELITE ACADEMY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Oakland Park	0.9 mi	61	5.0
BOYD H. ANDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	0.8 mi	2,162	4.2
LAUDERDALE LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	1.0 mi	864	4.2
ORIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	1.0 mi	693	6.0
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.4 mi	124	7.7
SUNFIRE HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Park	1.5 mi	403	4.7
THE EMBASSY ACADEMY Oakland Park	1.5 mi	96	6.0
MLMPI PREP ACADEMY 2 Oakland Park	1.6 mi	31	4.4
FORT LAUDERDALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.7 mi	181	4.4
LLOYD ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland Park	1.6 mi	464	4.2
RHEM WORD CHRISTIA ACADEMY Lauderdale Lakes	1.6 mi	177	6.7
PRIDE & JOY LEARNING Oakland Park	1.7 mi	44	4.8
ST HELEN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Fort Lauderdale	1.8 mi	196	5.5
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	2.0 mi	83	4.5
AMERIBELGE CENTER FOR EDUCATION Lauderdale Lakes	1.8 mi	34	3.8
CENTRAL CHARTER SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	1.9 mi	1,232	4.9
MILLENNIUM LEADERSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC Oakland Park	1.9 mi	36	5.0
FUVIS LEARNING CENTER Oakland Park	1.9 mi	2	—
WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.1 mi	681	3.2
PARK LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	2.0 mi	943	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,496

Median Home Value

$309,100

Median Rent

$1,829/mo

Population

38,074

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

56.3%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

37.3

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FIRST PHASE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Orlando, FL	111	5.1
TRI-L CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando, FL	74	5.1
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lighthouse Point, FL	85	5.1
FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Garden, FL	121	5.0
HIGH POINT ACADEMY Boca Raton, FL	106	5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christian Life Academy

What grades does Christian Life Academy serve?

Christian Life Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Christian Life Academy?

Christian Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christian Life Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Christian Life Academy is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christian Life Academy rank in FL?

Christian Life Academy ranks #1,240 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Christian Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Christian Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christian Life Academy a private school?

Yes, Christian Life Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Christian Life Academy a religious school?

Christian Life Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 34 Some Transit
Bike Score: 51 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment: 107
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Assembly of God
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Broward County
Phone: (954) 766-4194

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