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#121 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 32% of private schools
Life Christian Academy
School
1717 S UNION AVE, Tacoma, WA 98405
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
610
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#121 of 381
In Tacoma
#7 of 18
public schools
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Life Christian Academy
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About Life Christian Academy
Life Christian Academy is a private school in Tacoma, WA. Life Christian Academy serves approximately 610 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Life Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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
BetaHow Life Christian Academy compares to 94 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Life Christian Academy (this school) | 6.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Foss High School | 5.2 |
| Stanley Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Delong Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Oakland High School | 5.8 |
| Hilltop Heritage Middle School | 5.9 |
| Grant Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Bryant Montessori School | 5.7 |
| Bryant Montessori Middle School | 5.4 |
| Insight School of WA Open Doors Program | — |
| Jefferson Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center | 8.7 |
| Edna Travis Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Dr. Dolores Silas High School | 3.2 |
| Reed Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Bates Technical High School | 7.2 |
| The School at Pearl Youth Residence | — |
| Lowell Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Wainwright Intermediate School | 4.5 |
| Tacoma Open Doors | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 94 schools. View all schools in Tacoma
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
1717 S UNION AVE, Tacoma, WA 98405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lowell Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary School Tacoma | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Foss High School Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Oakland High School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TACOMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Grant Elementary School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Insight School of WA Open Doors Program Tacoma | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hilltop Heritage Middle School Tacoma | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Delong Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Stanley Elementary School Tacoma | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Bryant Montessori School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Bryant Montessori Middle School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Madison Headstart Tacoma | 1.8 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Lowell Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Reed Elementary School Tacoma | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tacoma | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Mason Middle School Tacoma | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Dr. Dolores Silas High School Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center Tacoma | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,024
Median Home Value
$443,800
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
25,306
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
51.7%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SEATTLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Seatac, WA | 6.6 |
| THE BUSH SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.4 |
| BELLEVUE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.2 |
| CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY Tacoma, WA | 7.7 |
| THE BEAR CREEK SCHOOL Redmond, WA | 7.7 |
| Spokane International Academy Spokane, WA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Christian Academy
What grades does Life Christian Academy serve?
Life Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Life Christian Academy?
Life Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 610 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Life Christian Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Life Christian Academy rank in WA?
Life Christian Academy ranks #121 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Life Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Life Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Life Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Life Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Life Christian Academy a religious school?
Life Christian Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 610
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 756-2420
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