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#511 of 716 private schools in IL
New Life Academy
Elementary School
2018 N RICHMOND ST, Chicago, IL 60647
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#511 of 716
In Chicago
#133 of 162
public schools
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New Life Academy
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Life Academy
New Life Academy is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. New Life Academy serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #511 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 34 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 7.7:1 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 476 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Yates Elem School | 4.8 |
| Chase Elem School | 4.8 |
| Moos Elem School | 5.5 |
| Darwin Elem School | 4.5 |
| Goethe Elem School | 4.0 |
| Stowe Elem School | 6.4 |
| Erie Elem Charter School | 3.9 |
| Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago | 8.1 |
| Funston Elem School | 5.5 |
| Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad | 5.6 |
| Lowell Elem School | 5.5 |
| CICS - Bucktown Campus | 7.0 |
| De Diego Elem Community Academy | 4.2 |
| Mozart Elem School | 4.6 |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School | 3.2 |
| Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch | 5.0 |
| Casals Elem School | 8.1 |
| McAuliffe Elem School | 4.6 |
| Monroe Elem School | 5.8 |
| Cameron Elem School | 5.8 |
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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
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 IL.
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 IL
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
2018 N RICHMOND ST, Chicago, IL 60647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AKA NEW LIFE ACADEMY Chicago | 0.0 mi | — |
| Yates Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Chase Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Moos Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Darwin Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Goethe Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Erie Elem Charter School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Stowe Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN BERCHMANS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Lowell Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| YCCS-Albizu Campos Puerto Rican Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Funston Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SCUOLA ITALIANA ENRICO FERMI Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| YCCS-Association House Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| JOSEPHINUM ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,851
Median Home Value
$557,300
Median Rent
$1,714/mo
Population
85,589
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
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| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nashville, IL | 5.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Bud, IL | 5.9 |
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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 5th.
How many students attend New Life Academy?
New Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy is 7.7:1. 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 IL?
New Life Academy ranks #511 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is New Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 227-5580
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