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Lifes Academy
High School
200 DENT ST, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Lifes Academy
High School in Rocky Mount · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Lee M. Waid Elementary
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About Lifes Academy
Lifes Academy is a private high school in Rocky Mount, VA. Lifes Academy serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Lifes 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 5:1 students to teachers, Lifes Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lifes 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
BetaHow Lifes Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Rocky Mount, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rocky Mount
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lifes Academy (this school) | — |
| Lee M. Waid Elementary | 8.0 |
| Franklin County High | 7.4 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle | 7.8 |
| Rocky Mount Elementary | 5.5 |
| Sontag Elementary | 6.5 |
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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 200 DENT ST, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
- Phone
- (540) 483-0086
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
200 DENT ST, Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lifes Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cave Spring High (rated 7.8/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Roanoke). Additionally, Franklin County High (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away). For more schools in Rocky Mount, see our Rocky Mount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lee M. Waid Elementary Rocky Mount | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Franklin County High Rocky Mount | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Rocky Mount | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle Rocky Mount | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Rocky Mount Elementary Rocky Mount | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Sontag Elementary Rocky Mount | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Boones Mill Elementary Boones Mill | 6.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Burnt Chimney Elementary Wirtz | 8.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Glade Hill Elementary Glade Hill | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Ferrum Elementary Ferrum | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Henry Elementary Henry | 10.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Callaway Elementary Callaway | 8.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Dudley Elementary Wirtz | 10.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Windy Gap Elementary Hardy | 12.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Snow Creek Elementary Penhook | 13.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Clearbrook Elementary Roanoke | 14.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Penn Forest Elementary Roanoke | 15.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Garden City Elementary Roanoke | 16.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cave Spring High Roanoke | 16.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary Roanoke | 16.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,267
Median Home Value
$190,800
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
18,256
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
45.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lifes Academy
What grades does Lifes Academy serve?
Lifes Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Lifes Academy?
Lifes Academy has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lifes Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lifes Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Lifes Academy a private school?
Yes, Lifes Academy is a private all-boys 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 Lifes Academy a religious school?
No, Lifes Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (540) 483-0086
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