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New Life Alternatives Christian Academy

Elementary School

1993 N 63RD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19151

Private

Enrollment

24

Student-Teacher

8:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 7th

Updated 2021-22

About New Life Alternatives Christian Academy

New Life Alternatives Christian Academy is an Christian, no specific denomination private elementary school in Philadelphia, PA 19151. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades Kindergarten – 7th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $58,046, where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 24 students, New Life Alternatives Christian Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, New Life Alternatives Christian Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, New Life Alternatives Christian 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 Alternatives Christian Academy compares to 243 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
24
This School
vs
576
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
New Life Alternatives Christian Academy Philadelphia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
New Life Alternatives Christian Academy (this school)
Ad Prima CS 5.2
Overbrook Elementary School 6.5
The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber 8.1
Samuel Gompers Sch 6.2
Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS 6.9
Overbrook Edu Ctr 5.5
Heston Edward Sch 6.1
West Phila. Achievement CES 5.4
Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus 5.6
Lamberton Robert E Sch 6.6
Lewis C Cassidy Academics Plus Sch 5.6
KIPP West Philadelphia CS 6.9
Barry Comm John Sch 6.2
Discovery CS 4.2
Global Leadership Academy CS 3.9
Blankenburg Rudolph Sch 6.4
Rhoads James Sch 6.0
Inquiry CS 4.5
Hamilton Andrew Sch 6.1
Middle Years Alternative 5.9

Showing 20 of 243 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia

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

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
24 students
Type
Private · Christian, no specific denomination
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Address
1993 N 63RD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19151
Phone
(215) 877-3440
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1993 N 63RD ST, Philadelphia, PA 19151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Life Alternatives Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Merion El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Merion Station). Another option is Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, Overbrook Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ad Prima CS Philadelphia 0.1 mi 5.2
TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.5
PHILA YESHIVA Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.6
HYMAN KORMAN HIGH SCHOOL-TALMUDICAL YESHIVA OF PHI Philadelphia 0.3 mi 5.3
Overbrook Elementary School Philadelphia 0.3 mi 6.5
The Science Leadership Academy at Beeber Philadelphia 0.3 mi 8.1
OVERBROOK PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia 0.4 mi
Overbrook HS Philadelphia 0.6 mi 7.1
Samuel Gompers Sch Philadelphia 0.7 mi 6.2
Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS Philadelphia 0.9 mi 6.9
Overbrook Edu Ctr Philadelphia 0.9 mi 5.5
SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia 1.0 mi 5.5
FRIENDS CENTRAL SCHOOL Wynnewood 0.8 mi 7.7
Mastery CS - Mann Campus Philadephia 0.8 mi 3.6
West Phila. Achievement CES Philadelphia 1.1 mi 5.4
TEMPLE ADATH ISRAELEARLYCHILDHOOD CENTER Merion Station 1.1 mi
KOHELET YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Merion Station 1.2 mi 7.7
Merion El Sch Merion Station 1.2 mi 9.5
Heston Edward Sch Philadelphia 1.1 mi 6.1
ST KATHERINE SCHOOL Wynnewood 1.1 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,046

Median Home Value

$181,200

Median Rent

$1,167/mo

Population

32,938

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

35.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding New Life Alternatives Christian Academy has a median household income of $58,046. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $181,200, with a median rent of $1,167/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Life Alternatives Christian Academy

What grades does New Life Alternatives Christian Academy serve?

New Life Alternatives Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.

How many students attend New Life Alternatives Christian Academy?

New Life Alternatives Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at New Life Alternatives Christian Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is New Life Alternatives Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, New Life Alternatives Christian 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 Alternatives Christian Academy a religious school?

New Life Alternatives Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,504/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
24
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
PHILADELPHIA
Data Year
2022–2023

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