Below Average
#648 of 716 private schools in IL
New Life Christian Academy
School
3510 W MALONE ST, Peoria, IL 61605
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#648 of 716
In Peoria
#14 of 14
public schools
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New Life Christian Academy
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About New Life Christian Academy
New Life Christian Academy is a private school in Peoria, IL. New Life Christian Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #648 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, New Life 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, New Life 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 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 Christian Academy compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Christian Academy (this school) | 4.8 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School | 4.5 |
| Trewyn Primary School | 6.4 |
| Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr | 5.2 |
| Manual High School | 4.1 |
| The Elise Ford Allen Academy | 2.5 |
| Norwood Primary School | 3.1 |
| Pleasant Valley Primary School | 4.1 |
| Whittier Primary School | 5.4 |
| Sterling Middle School | 3.7 |
| Limestone Community High School | 5.3 |
| Franklin Primary School | 3.8 |
| Norwood Elem School | 3.3 |
| Peoria High School | 6.2 |
| Quest Charter School Academy | 4.4 |
| Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch | 7.4 |
| Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School | 2.4 |
| Limestone Walters Elem School | 5.5 |
| Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr | 4.8 |
| Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School | 4.2 |
| Lincoln School | 3.8 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Peoria
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
3510 W MALONE ST, Peoria, IL 61605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Monroe Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bartonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch (rated 7.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Peoria | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Trewyn Primary School Peoria | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr Peoria | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Manual High School Peoria | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Harold B Dawson Middle School West Peoria | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Bartonville Elem School Bartonville | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Monroe Elem School Bartonville | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Pleasant Valley Primary School Peoria | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| The Elise Ford Allen Academy Peoria | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Norwood Primary School Peoria | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Whittier Primary School Peoria | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Sterling Middle School Peoria | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Limestone Community High School Peoria | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Franklin Primary School Peoria | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch Peoria | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Norwood Elem School Peoria | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,499
Median Home Value
$44,200
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
13,538
College Educated
5.1%
Homeownership
39.2%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOM COMMUNITY SCHOOL Normal, IL | 4.9 |
| PIKE COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsfield, IL | 4.5 |
| CS ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| CS ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin, IL | 6.2 |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet, IL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Life Christian Academy
What grades does New Life Christian Academy serve?
New Life Christian Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend New Life Christian Academy?
New Life Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Christian Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Life Christian Academy rank in IL?
New Life Christian Academy ranks #648 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is New Life Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, New Life Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal 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 Christian Academy a religious school?
New Life Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 8% M / 92% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Peoria County
- Phone
- (309) 637-8359
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