Founded in 1973, New Life Academy, a ministry of New Life Covenant, is an urban Pre-K3 thru 8th grade school located in the Humboldt Park/Logan Square communities of Chicago.
We are committed to rigorous academics while balancing our program with art, music, Spanish, technology and physical education. Maintaining a low teacher-student ratio of 1:20, we have proudly prepared hundreds of youth for acceptance and entrance into Chicago's top-ranked high schools.
Our faculty have embraced their callings and are dedicated to instilling a Christian worldview and developing servants who both STAND and SPEAK!.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,500
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
New Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1973
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, navy collared polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Multiple child discount available
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Associate
Olga Contreras
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Baking, Chess, Story Writing, Wacky Science
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts & Crafts, Knitting, Violin
Baking, Chess, Story Writing, Wacky Science
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts & Crafts, Knitting, Violin
School Notes
- New Life Academy provides a quality education from a Christian perspective, equipping students to become leaders to serve God and family, and to positively impact their community and the world. New Life Academy is committed to providing sudents with a comprehensive, Bible-based, and pre-college preparatory educational program of uncompromising quality within a stimulating and nurturing environment. From our weekly art, spanish, dance, and music classes to our advanced mathematics courses, NLA is providing our students with an education that develops the Christian mind, nurtures the soul, and shapes the characterfor today and the future. Graduates of Salem Christian School have attended Whitney Young, Walter Payton, Lane Tech, Northside College Prep, Gordon Tech, Lincoln Park Honors, Chicago Hope Academy, and a variety of public schools.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New Life Academy cost?
New Life Academy's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of New Life Academy?
The acceptance rate of New Life Academy is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. New Life Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.
What is New Life Academy's ranking?
New Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of students of color.
When is the application deadline for New Life Academy?
The application deadline for New Life Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is New Life Academy located?
New Life Academy is located in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Logan Square.
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