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#276 of 378 private schools in MD
New Life Academy
Elementary School
1331 ASHTON RD STE F, Hanover, MD 21076
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#276 of 378
In Hanover
#1 of 2
public schools
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New Life Academy
Elementary School in Hanover · grades Kindergarten – 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 Hanover, MD. New Life Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 51 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 8.5:1 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 the 4 public schools in Hanover, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hanover
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Hebron - Harman Elementary | 4.4 |
| Chesapeake Science Point | 8.3 |
| Thomas Viaduct Middle | 7.9 |
| Hanover Hills Elementary | 8.2 |
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 MD.
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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 MD
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
1331 ASHTON RD STE F, Hanover, MD 21076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ducketts Lane Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Elkridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanover Hills Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elkridge Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Elkridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hanover, see our Hanover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARUNDEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hanover | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Hebron - Harman Elementary Hanover | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Chesapeake Science Point Hanover | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Severn Elementary Severn | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas Viaduct Middle Hanover | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Van Bokkelen Elementary Severn | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Hanover Hills Elementary Hanover | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Meade Heights Elementary Ft. Meade | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Meade Middle Fort Meade | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Ridgeway Elementary Severn | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| FRIENDSHIP ADVENTIST SCHOOL Linthicum | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Elkridge | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elkridge | 3.3 mi | — |
| Meade High Ft. Meade | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Elkridge | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Elkridge Landing Middle Elkridge | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ducketts Lane Elementary Elkridge | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Odenton | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Elkridge Elementary Elkridge | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Lindale Middle Linthicum | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,409
Median Home Value
$492,100
Median Rent
$2,337/mo
Population
23,642
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Swan Meadow School Oakland, MD | 5.6 |
| GREATER YOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baltimore, MD | 5.5 |
| THE MESSIAH ACADEMY Temple Hills, MD | 5.5 |
| FRIENDSHIP ADVENTIST SCHOOL Linthicum, MD | 5.4 |
| MATER AMORIS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashton, MD | 5.4 |
| ELVATON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Millersville, MD | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Life Academy
What grades does New Life Academy serve?
New Life Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New Life Academy?
New Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy is 8.5:1. 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 MD?
New Life Academy ranks #276 of 378 private schools in MD.
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 Other Religious 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 Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anne Arundel County
- Phone
- (410) 595-5316
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