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#928 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Lifeline Academy

School

1080 PORT MALABAR BLVD NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

Private

Enrollment

104

Student-Teacher

54.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#928 of 1,462

In Palm Bay

#5 of 5

public schools

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Lifeline Academy

6.0/10

School in Palm Bay · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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7.1/10

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About Lifeline Academy

Lifeline Academy is a private school in Palm Bay, FL. Lifeline Academy serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 54.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lifeline Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #928 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 104 students, Lifeline 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.

Lifeline Academy runs 54.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Lifeline 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 Lifeline Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Palm Bay, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
54.7:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
104
This School
vs
868
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 49% vs 0%
White 33.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.7% vs 0%
Lifeline Academy Palm Bay Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lifeline Academy (this school) 6.0
PORT MALABAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
PALM BAY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 3.3
RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.7
LOCKMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.3
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT LOCKMAR 8.1
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.4
JOHN F. TURNER SENIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.7
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
ROYAL PALM CHARTER SCHOOL 5.3
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY 6.4
COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.3
ODYSSEY PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY 8.6
ODYSSEY CHARTER SCHOOL 6.9
JUPITER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.8
BAYSIDE HIGH SCHOOL 4.2
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.1
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL 6.2

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 54.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,313
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 104
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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 49.0%
White 33.7%
Hispanic 8.7%
Two or More 8.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1080 PORT MALABAR BLVD NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lifeline Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BRIGHT HORIZONS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Melbourne), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT LOCKMAR (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUZZLE BOX ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Bay, see our Palm Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Palm Bay 0.3 mi 7.6
PORT MALABAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.0 mi 7.1
PALM BAY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.2 mi 3.3
PUZZLE BOX ACADEMY Palm Bay 1.3 mi 7.9
BREAD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CORP. Palm Bay 1.3 mi
RIVIERA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.7 mi 7.6
PALM BAY MAGNET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne 2.1 mi 4.0
PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 1.9 mi 4.7
MELBOURNE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne 2.7 mi 6.5
BRIGHT HORIZONS ACADEMY Melbourne 2.7 mi 8.3
SPACE COAST DISCOVERY Melbourne 2.7 mi 5.5
IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT WEST MELBOURNE West Melbourne 2.5 mi 7.9
LOCKMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 2.5 mi 5.3
PINEAPPLE COVE CLASSICAL ACADEMY AT LOCKMAR Palm Bay 2.5 mi 8.1
GREAT LEAPS ACADEMY Palm Bay 2.7 mi 7.4
UNIVERSITY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne 3.2 mi 5.1
STONE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL Melbourne 3.2 mi 4.2
NEW COVENANT SCHOOL INC. Melbourne 3.4 mi
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Bay 3.2 mi 4.4
JOHN F. TURNER SENIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay 3.3 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,671

Median Home Value

$206,200

Median Rent

$1,361/mo

Population

24,473

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lifeline Academy

What grades does Lifeline Academy serve?

Lifeline Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lifeline Academy?

Lifeline Academy has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lifeline Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lifeline Academy is 54.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lifeline Academy rank in FL?

Lifeline Academy ranks #928 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Lifeline Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lifeline Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lifeline Academy a private school?

Yes, Lifeline 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 Lifeline Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
104
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
54.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
202 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brevard County

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