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#600 of 716 private schools in IL
New Life Celebration Christian Academy
Elementary School
14243 DANTE AVE, Dolton, IL 60419
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#600 of 716
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New Life Celebration Christian Academy
Elementary School in Dolton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Life Celebration Christian Academy
New Life Celebration Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Dolton, IL. New Life Celebration Christian Academy serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Celebration Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, New Life Celebration Christian 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, New Life Celebration Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Life Celebration Christian 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 Celebration Christian Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Dolton, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Celebration Christian Academy (this school) | 5.1 |
| Berger-Vandenberg Elem School | 3.2 |
| Diekman Elem School | 4.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Junior High School | 5.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 3.4 |
| Early Childhood Cntr | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Junior High School | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt Elem School | 3.4 |
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.
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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
14243 DANTE AVE, Dolton, IL 60419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Celebration Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CICS - Bond Campus (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dubois Elem School (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dolton, see our Dolton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Carver Military Academy HS Chicago | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Thornridge High School Dolton | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dolton | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Junior High School Dolton | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| School of Fine Arts Calumet City | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Creative Communications Acad Calumet City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| S T E M Academy Calumet City | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Carol Moseley Braun School Calumet City | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Carver Primary School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Dolton | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| New Beginnings Learning Academy South Holland | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CICS - Bond Campus Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Eisenhower School South Holland | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Early Childhood Cntr Dolton | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Aldridge Elem School Chicago | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Madison School South Holland | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,706
Median Home Value
$140,500
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
20,979
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Life Celebration Christian Academy
What grades does New Life Celebration Christian Academy serve?
New Life Celebration Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend New Life Celebration Christian Academy?
New Life Celebration Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Celebration Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Celebration Christian Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Life Celebration Christian Academy rank in IL?
New Life Celebration Christian Academy ranks #600 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is New Life Celebration Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Celebration Christian 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 New Life Celebration Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, New Life Celebration Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Church 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 New Life Celebration Christian Academy a religious school?
New Life Celebration Christian Academy has a Church of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 28% M / 72% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of God
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 849-2787
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