Very Good

#122 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 27% of private schools

Word of Life Christian Academy

School

5225 BACKLICK RD, Springfield, VA 22151

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#122 of 457

In Springfield

#3 of 10

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About Word of Life Christian Academy

Word of Life Christian Academy is a private school in Springfield, VA. Word of Life Christian Academy serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Word of Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.9 pts above VA schools

7.1

This school 7.1 · Very Good
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 152 students, Word of Life Christian 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Word of Life Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Word of Life Christian 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 Word of Life Christian Academy compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.4:1

This School

13.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

152

This School

737

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.1

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 59.2% vs 0%

White 29.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.9% vs 0%

Asian 3.3% vs 0%

Word of Life Christian Academy Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Word of Life Christian Academy (this school)	—	152	8.4:1	7.1
Fairfax County Adult High	0.1 mi	241	18.5:1	1.3
Lynbrook Elementary	1.1 mi	602	12.8:1	2.9
North Springfield Elementary	1.4 mi	469	11.4:1	6.5
Crestwood Elementary	1.5 mi	547	13:1	3.9
Springfield Estates Elementary	1.9 mi	595	14.9:1	8.4
Lewis High	2.0 mi	1,673	13.8:1	6.8
Garfield Elementary	2.1 mi	338	13.5:1	4.0
Ravensworth Elementary	2.2 mi	566	14.9:1	8.3
Key Center	2.3 mi	46	1.7:1	5.8
Key Middle	2.3 mi	688	10.9:1	4.1
Forestdale Elementary	2.3 mi	532	11.6:1	3.8
Keene Mill Elementary	2.8 mi	801	17.4:1	8.1
Kings Glen Elementary	2.8 mi	465	16:1	7.2
Irving Middle	2.9 mi	1,215	14.6:1	7.5
Kings Park Elementary	3.2 mi	665	13.6:1	7.6
Cardinal Forest Elementary	3.3 mi	700	14.9:1	7.3
West Springfield Elementary	3.3 mi	548	13.4:1	8.5
West Springfield High	3.4 mi	2,748	14:1	8.8
Rolling Valley Elementary	3.7 mi	536	13.1:1	7.2
Hunt Valley Elementary	4.5 mi	747	15.6:1	7.9

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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 VA.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 56%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 152

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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 VA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 59.2%

White 29.6%

Hispanic 7.9%

Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5225 BACKLICK RD, Springfield, VA 22151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Word of Life Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. AL-QALAM ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PHILLIPS SCHOOL-ANNANDALE (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Annandale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OAKWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Annandale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Fairfax County Adult High Springfield	0.1 mi	241	1.3
IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springfield	0.2 mi	539	4.7
PHILLIPS SCHOOL-ANNANDALE Annandale	0.5 mi	166	7.4
KENWOOD SCHOOL Annandale	0.6 mi	65	7.5
OAKWOOD SCHOOL Annandale	0.6 mi	109	7.3
Poe Middle Annandale	0.9 mi	895	3.7
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Annandale	1.0 mi	149	7.9
ST MARKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield	1.0 mi	20	—
Lynbrook Elementary Springfield	1.1 mi	602	2.9
Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Alexandria	1.1 mi	2,015	9.1
Weyanoke Elementary Alexandria	1.2 mi	562	3.6
Holmes Middle Alexandria	1.2 mi	892	4.3
Columbia Elementary Annandale	1.5 mi	378	7.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Annandale	1.4 mi	206	6.4
Crestwood Elementary Springfield	1.5 mi	547	3.9
North Springfield Elementary Springfield	1.4 mi	469	6.5
WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Alexandria	1.4 mi	120	9.3
Bren Mar Park Elementary Alexandria	1.4 mi	488	5.9
Annandale High Annandale	1.6 mi	2,192	7.0
AL-QALAM ACADEMY Springfield	2.0 mi	94	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$160,187

Median Home Value

$636,200

Median Rent

$2,502/mo

Population

17,376

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norfolk, VA	150	7.0
RICHMOND ACADEMY Richmond, VA	110	7.0
WAKEFIELD COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Huntly, VA	165	7.0
KING'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roanoke, VA	170	6.9
TIDEWATER ACADEMY Wakefield, VA	157	6.9
OAKWOOD SCHOOL Annandale, VA	109	7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Word of Life Christian Academy

What grades does Word of Life Christian Academy serve?

Word of Life Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Word of Life Christian Academy?

Word of Life Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Word of Life Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Word of Life Christian Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Word of Life Christian Academy rank in VA?

Word of Life Christian Academy ranks #122 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Word of Life Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Word of Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Word of Life Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Word of Life 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 Word of Life Christian Academy a religious school?

Word of Life Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 38 Some Transit
Bike Score: 41 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 152
Gender Split: 62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 18
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Fairfax County
Phone: (703) 941-2312

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