New Life Christian Academy provides a Christ-centered education and challenges each student to reach high academic, personal, and spiritual standards.
Here each student is challenged to achieve his or her maximum potential.
Through staff, families, curricula and atmosphere, students are challenged toward spiritual growth and maturity.
Each student will recognize and utilize God's gifting to live a civically responsible, culturally relevant, and spiritually pure life.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
New Life Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Speech / Dyslexia / Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1110
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
33
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki or navy pants and polo shirts / skirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Grade Levels have differing amts.
PS 5 full days is 4180 PS 5 half days is 2860. K-5 full days is 4480. 6-8 is 4680. 9-12 is 4940.
% on Financial Aid
2%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,500
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Monica Nelson
Admissions Associate
Lynnette Wolf
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess ClubRobotics Club
Run Club
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoraleDrama productions
School Notes
- Completed application, including signed Statement of Faith - student enrolled by parent/legal guardian
- Recommendation form (personal, teacher or principal)
- Pastor Recommendation Form
- Parent-Student Agreement signed
- Interview with Admissions Committee
- Academic Testing completed (K-8) (9-11 will require a copy of the students transcript)
- Registration fee paid
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New Life Christian Academy cost?
New Life Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What schools are New Life Christian Academy often compared to?
New Life Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Blue Water Christian Academy, Cardinal Mooney Catholic by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of New Life Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of New Life Christian Academy is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What sports does New Life Christian Academy offer?
New Life Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is New Life Christian Academy's ranking?
New Life Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest average ACT score and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for New Life Christian Academy?
The application deadline for New Life Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to New Life Christian Academy is Blue Water Christian Academy (0.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cardinal Mooney Catholic
(Catholic)
660 S Water St
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 765-8825
Marine City, MI 48039
(810) 765-8825
17.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Sports: 10 Tuition listed
3655 North Squirrel Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-3399
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-3399
39.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 282 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3075 Shimmons Road
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-2700
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 373-2700
39.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 565 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Holy Name Of Jesus Academy
All-girls (Catholic)
337 Trippany Rd
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 769-6030
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 769-6030
408.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 96 students
School Reviews
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