Average
#740 of 1,462 private schools in FL
New Life Academy
School
3348 EDGEWOOD AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#740 of 1,462
In Fort Myers
#7 of 13
public schools
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About New Life Academy
New Life Academy is a private school in Fort Myers, FL. New Life Academy serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, New 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, New Life Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New 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 New Life Academy compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Myers, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| EDGEWOOD ACADEMY | 3.1 |
| YOUNG PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAM | 5.7 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY | 5.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING SERVICES | 3.5 |
| ROYAL PALM EXCEPTIONAL SCHOOL CENTER | 5.7 |
| FRANKLIN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| JAMES STEPHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| TICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| LEE COUNTY JAIL | — |
| DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| EDISON PARK CREATIVE AND EXPRESSIVE ARTS SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| ORANGE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST FLORIDA JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 4.2 |
| FORT MYERS MIDDLE ACADEMY | 4.7 |
| FORT MYERS ACADEMY | — |
| ALLEN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| COLONIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| OAK HAMMOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Fort Myers
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 FL.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3348 EDGEWOOD AVE, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. EDISON PARK CREATIVE AND EXPRESSIVE ARTS SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is JAMES STEPHENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Myers, see our Fort Myers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,353
Median Home Value
$242,300
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
27,642
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
34.3%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUSTIN CHRISTIAN VOCATIONAL ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 6.4 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala, FL | 6.4 |
| FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Macclenny, FL | 6.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jay, FL | 6.4 |
| LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Fort Walton Beach, FL | 6.4 |
| ORANGE AVENUE BAPTIST SCHOOL Fort Pierce, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Life Academy
What grades does New Life Academy serve?
New Life Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend New Life Academy?
New Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Life Academy rank in FL?
New Life Academy ranks #740 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is New Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Life Academy a private school?
Yes, New Life Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
New Life Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 33% M / 67% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- (239) 645-8122
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