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#539 of 992 private schools in NY
New Life Christian School
School
1528 RIVER RD, Hamilton, NY 13346
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#539 of 992
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New Life Christian School
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About New Life Christian School
New Life Christian School is a private school in Hamilton, NY. New Life Christian School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Life Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, New Life Christian School 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, New Life Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Life Christian School 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 School compares to the 2 public schools in Hamilton, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hamilton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Life Christian School (this school) | 6.2 |
| HAMILTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
1528 RIVER RD, Hamilton, NY 13346
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Life Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. STOCKBRIDGE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Munnsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BROOKFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Brookfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OTSELIC VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby South Otselic), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,391
Median Home Value
$222,300
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
6,275
College Educated
46.2%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
13.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
22.5
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| WILTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Wilton, NY | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Life Christian School
What grades does New Life Christian School serve?
New Life Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend New Life Christian School?
New Life Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Life Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Life Christian School is 4.8:1. 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 School rank in NY?
New Life Christian School ranks #539 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is New Life Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Life Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Christian School a private school?
Yes, New Life Christian School 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 Christian School a religious school?
New Life Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (315) 824-2625
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