New Life Christian Academy in Upper Marlboro, MD, serves 241 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
The school is affiliated with the Church of God and offers co–ed regular elementary and secondary programs.
The student–teacher ratio of 11:1, supported by 22 teachers serving the student body.
The student population is predominantly students of color, comprising approximately 97.5% of enrollment.
Tuition rates and other enrollment specifics align with regional private school norms in Upper Marlboro.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to New Life Christian Academy is Fairhaven School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Greater Mt. Nebo Christian Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bowie KinderCare (3.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Greater Mt. Nebo Christian Academy
(African Methodist Episcopal)
1001 Old Mitchellville Rd
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 249-5142
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 249-5142
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 35 students
Fairhaven School
Special Program Emphasis
17900 Queen Anne Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-8060
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-8060
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 55 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
3560 Mitchelleville Rd.
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-7244
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-7244
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
1133 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-7000
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-7000
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 479 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kennedy Krieger At Southern High School
Special Education School
4400 Solomons Island Rd Room E-207
Harwood, MD 20776
(443) 923-7800
Harwood, MD 20776
(443) 923-7800
5.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Avg. class size: 1000 students Acceptance rate listed
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