Very Good
#88 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 27% of private schools
New Life Academy
School
6758 BAILEY RD, Woodbury, MN 55129
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#88 of 319
In Woodbury
#1 of 2
public schools
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New Life Academy
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About New Life Academy
New Life Academy is a private school in Woodbury, MN. New Life Academy serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
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 17 public schools serving similar grades in Woodbury, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| Woodbury High School | 6.3 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY | 7.3 |
| Aris | 6.5 |
| MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY | 7.2 |
| LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| SoWashCo Online 9-12 | — |
| MIDDLETON ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| WOODBURY ELEMENTARY | 5.0 |
| E-STEM Middle School | 5.9 |
| Valley Crossing Elementary | 7.2 |
| Woodbury Leadership Academy | 3.6 |
| LIBERTY RIDGE ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| Brookview Elementary | 7.8 |
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
6758 BAILEY RD, Woodbury, MN 55129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Woodbury, see our Woodbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodbury High School Woodbury | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Aris Woodbury | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| WOODBURY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodbury | 2.2 mi | — |
| WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Woodbury | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Woodbury | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SoWashCo Online 9-12 Woodbury | 2.5 mi | — |
| E-STEM Middle School Woodbury | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Falcon View Connections High School Wabasha | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MIDDLETON ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,500
Median Home Value
$517,800
Median Rent
$1,888/mo
Population
32,016
College Educated
70%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
36.4
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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 12th.
How many students attend New Life Academy?
New Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy is 12.3:1. 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 MN?
New Life Academy ranks #88 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is New Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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
- 640
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 757-4319
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