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#208 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 24% of private schools

Lifeworks Academy

School

833 E BUTLER AVE, Doylestown, PA 18901

Private

Enrollment

93

Student-Teacher

1.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#208 of 873

In Doylestown

#1 of 3

public schools

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Lifeworks Academy

7.4/10

School in Doylestown · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lenape MS

5.6/10

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8.4/10

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About Lifeworks Academy

Lifeworks Academy is a private school in Doylestown, PA. Lifeworks Academy serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 1.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lifeworks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.1 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 93 students, Lifeworks 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 1.4:1 students to teachers, Lifeworks Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lifeworks 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

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How Lifeworks Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Doylestown, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
1.4:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
93
This School
vs
750
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.2% vs 0%
Black 21.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Lifeworks Academy Doylestown Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lifeworks Academy (this school) 7.4
Lenape MS 5.6
Doyle El Sch 8.4
Central Bucks HS-West 8.1
Kutz El Sch 8.1
Linden El Sch 8.4
Gayman El Sch 8.3
Groveland El Sch 6.3
Tohickon MS 6.0
Cold Spring El Sch 8.2
Holicong MS 6.9
Central Bucks HS-East 8.7

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 1.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 40%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Enrollment 93
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 74.2%
Black 21.5%
Two or More 2.2%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

833 E BUTLER AVE, Doylestown, PA 18901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lifeworks Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pine Run El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby New Britain), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doyle El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Linden El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Doylestown, see our Doylestown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lenape MS Doylestown 0.8 mi 5.6
Doyle El Sch Doylestown 0.9 mi 8.4
GOOD BEGINNINGS KINDERGARTEN Doylestown 0.9 mi
Central Bucks HS-West Doylestown 1.0 mi 8.1
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Doylestown 1.4 mi 6.2
BUILDING BLOCKS LEARNING CENTER Doylestown 1.6 mi
Kutz El Sch Doylestown 1.7 mi 8.1
A CHILDS WORLD Doylestown 1.7 mi
WINDMILL DAY SCHOOL Doylestown 2.3 mi
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Doylestown 1.8 mi 6.0
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Doylestown 2.3 mi
Mill Creek El Sch Warrington 2.6 mi 7.6
Central Bucks HS-South Warrington 2.7 mi 8.2
Pine Run El Sch New Britain 2.1 mi 8.5
Linden El Sch Doylestown 2.3 mi 8.4
Unami MS Chalfont 2.5 mi 6.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Doylestown 2.5 mi
ABACUS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Chalfont 2.5 mi
ATG LEARNING ACADEMY Warrington 3.0 mi
Tamanend MS Warrington 3.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,425

Median Home Value

$544,200

Median Rent

$1,890/mo

Population

28,477

College Educated

57.8%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

45.5

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BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY York, PA 7.4
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF HANOVER Hanover, PA 7.4
MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY Lehighton, PA 7.4
PRESSLEY RIDGE DAY SCHOOL - PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh, PA 7.4
THE TIMOTHY SCHOOL Berwyn, PA 7.4
GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston, PA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lifeworks Academy

What grades does Lifeworks Academy serve?

Lifeworks Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Lifeworks Academy?

Lifeworks Academy has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lifeworks Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lifeworks Academy is 1.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lifeworks Academy rank in PA?

Lifeworks Academy ranks #208 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Lifeworks Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lifeworks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lifeworks Academy a private school?

Yes, Lifeworks Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lifeworks Academy a religious school?

No, Lifeworks Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
93
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bucks County

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