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#292 of 404 private schools in NC

New Life Academy

School

1958 N RD ST, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Private

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#292 of 404

In Elizabeth City

#1 of 4

public schools

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New Life Academy

5.6/10

School in Elizabeth City · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northside Elementary

5.8/10

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4.6/10

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About New Life Academy

New Life Academy is a private school in Elizabeth City, NC. New Life Academy serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.6 pts below NC schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • NC 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.

New Life Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How New Life Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Elizabeth City, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
240
This School
vs
391
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.5% vs 0%
Black 9.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
New Life Academy Elizabeth City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
New Life Academy (this school) 5.6
Northside Elementary 5.8
Pasquotank County High 4.6
Elizabeth City Middle 5.9
Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College 6.2
Sheep-Harney Elementary 7.5
Northeast Academy of Aerospace & AdvTech 7.4
Central Elementary 5.7
Northeastern High 5.3
P W Moore Elementary 4.8
Pasquotank Elementary 3.3
J C Sawyer Elementary 4.9
H L Trigg Community 2.7
River Road Middle 5.1
Weeksville Elementary 7.7

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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 NC.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 38%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 240
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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 NC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 77.5%
Black 9.6%
Two or More 5.8%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1958 N RD ST, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Life Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Grandy Primary (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sheep-Harney Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northeast Academy of Aerospace & AdvTech (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabeth City, see our Elizabeth City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Northside Elementary Elizabeth City 1.3 mi 5.8
Pasquotank County High Elizabeth City 1.5 mi 4.6
Elizabeth City Middle Elizabeth City 1.6 mi 5.9
Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College Elizabeth City 2.7 mi 6.2
TUTOR ALL SCHOOL Elizabeth City 3.4 mi
Sheep-Harney Elementary Elizabeth City 3.6 mi 7.5
Northeast Academy of Aerospace & AdvTech Elizabeth City 3.9 mi 7.4
Central Elementary Elizabeth City 4.1 mi 5.7
Northeastern High Elizabeth City 4.2 mi 5.3
GRACE MONTESSORI ACADEMY INCORPORATED Elizabeth City 4.1 mi 3.7
P W Moore Elementary Elizabeth City 4.3 mi 4.8
ALBEMARLE SCHOOL Elizabeth City 4.9 mi 5.6
Pasquotank Elementary Elizabeth City 4.8 mi 3.3
J C Sawyer Elementary Elizabeth City 4.9 mi 4.9
H L Trigg Community Elizabeth City 5.0 mi 2.7
Camden Intermediate Camden 4.5 mi 6.7
Grandy Primary Camden 4.5 mi 9.0
Camden Middle Camden 5.0 mi 7.4
Camden Early College High Camden 5.2 mi 7.2
Camden County High Camden 5.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,039

Median Home Value

$223,400

Median Rent

$1,146/mo

Population

40,878

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

39.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ALBEMARLE SCHOOL Elizabeth City, NC 5.6
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro, NC 5.5
HOPE ACADEMY Concord, NC 5.5
SCOTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laurinburg, NC 5.5
Summit Charter Cashiers, NC 5.5
TRIAD BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kernersville, NC 5.5

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 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at New Life Academy is 13.3:1. 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 NC?

New Life Academy ranks #292 of 404 private schools in NC.

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 Assembly 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 Academy a religious school?

New Life Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
240
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Assembly of God
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Pasquotank County

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