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Very Good

#87 of 318 private schools in MN

Top 27% of private schools

New Life Academy

School

6758 BAILEY RD, Woodbury, MN 55129

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

640

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Woodbury

#1 of 2

public schools

Minnesota schools

#24 of 63

About New Life Academy

New Life Academy serves students from prekindergarten through twelfth grade in Woodbury, Minnesota, within Washington County. The school enrolls 640 students and employs 52 full-time equivalent teachers, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 12.3 to 1 across its full span of grade levels, from early childhood through senior year. No standardized test score data or MySchoolScout rating is currently available for this school.

Located in the 55129 ZIP code, Woodbury is a prosperous and rapidly growing eastern suburb of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, with a median household income of $152,532 and a median home value of $500,000. The ZIP serves approximately 29,714 residents, with 71 percent holding a bachelor's degree or higher and a very low poverty rate of just 2.0 percent, reflecting Woodbury's character as one of the Twin Cities' most affluent and professionally accomplished communities. Woodbury is recognized for its master-planned neighborhoods, extensive parks and trails, excellent community amenities, and highly educated resident base, providing New Life Academy with a stable and thriving environment for its comprehensive Christian K–12 program.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, New Life Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How New Life Academy compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Woodbury, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
This School
vs
16.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
640
This School
vs
773
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.5% vs 0%
Asian 6.6% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%
New Life Academy Woodbury Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
New Life Academy (this school) 7.2
GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY 7.3
Woodbury High School 5.6
RED ROCK ELEMENTARY 6.5
EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL 6.5
ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY 8.5
Aris 7.9
MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY 5.5
LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.6
WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.9
SoWashCo Online 9-12
MIDDLETON ELEMENTARY 6.4
WOODBURY ELEMENTARY 8.0
E-STEM Middle School 5.8
Valley Crossing Elementary 6.8
Woodbury Leadership Academy 7.4
LIBERTY RIDGE ELEMENTARY 7.5
Brookview Elementary 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,368
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Enrollment 640
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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)

White 80.5%
Asian 6.6%
Black 5.3%
Hispanic 4.2%
Two or More 3.1%
Native American 0.3%

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. NEWPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), which scores slightly higher. 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 7.3
Woodbury High School Woodbury 1.2 mi 5.6
RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Woodbury 1.2 mi 6.5
ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY Woodbury 1.9 mi 8.5
Aris Woodbury 2.1 mi 7.9
WOODBURY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodbury 2.2 mi
WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury 2.5 mi 3.9
EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Woodbury 1.9 mi 6.5
WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury 2.6 mi 8.0
MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Woodbury 2.2 mi 5.5
OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove 2.7 mi 4.4
COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove 2.8 mi 8.1
NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport 2.6 mi 8.6
LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury 2.3 mi 4.6
SoWashCo Online 9-12 Woodbury 2.5 mi
E-STEM Middle School Woodbury 3.1 mi 5.8
Falcon View Connections High School Wabasha 3.2 mi 4.8
Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha 3.2 mi 4.3
Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha 3.2 mi 4.7
MIDDLETON ELEMENTARY Woodbury 2.5 mi 6.4

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding New Life Academy has a median household income of $152,500. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $517,800, with a median rent of $1,888/month. The local poverty rate of 2.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Grand Forks, MN 7.5
HOPE ACADEMY Minneapolis, MN 6.6
AVAIL ACADEMY - EDINA Edina, MN 6.3
LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato, MN 8.3
CONVENT OF THE VISITATION SCHOOL Mendota Heights, MN 8.4
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park, MN 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 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 is ranked #87 out of 318 private schools in MN.

What is New Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

New Life Academy has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,281/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Woodbury). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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