Our Mission: To educate students academically, spiritually, & culturally and to develop their character; to allow students to realize their God-given potential and to live lives that glorify God.
New Life Christian Academy is a church school (nonpublic) founded in 1990 by Pastors Willie and Annie Blackmon.
We educate and minister to the whole child--mind, body, and spirit.
In attendance are grades K3 preschool through 12th grade.
New Life Christian Academy believes in providing a superior education.
NLCA is a member of the Association of Christian Schools.
Our graduates continue their learning process through enrolling in pre-professional programs of study at universities, and even enlisting in the military.
The Academy uses the A Beka curriculum and our three-year-olds are prepared to read using this curriculum.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- New Playground - 09/19/2025New Life Christian Academy installs new playground
- New Year...New School - 08/01/2025New Life Christian Academy celebrates opening of new building.
- WE MADE THE PLAYOFF'S!! - 02/12/2025New Life Christian competes in first ever playoff games
Top Rankings
New Life Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1990
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
Campus Size
22 acres
Student Body
Total Students
160 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We do accept AAA scholarships as well as CHOOSE ACT scholarships.
Summer Program Cost
$450
% on Financial Aid
85%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
LaTasha Vaughn
Admissions Associate
Brandy White
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Beta ClubCoding Club
National Honor SocietySGA
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirClassical Piano
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball TeamTrack and Field
Youth Cheer
School Notes
- School Motto: To educate students academically, spiritually, & culturally and to develop their character; to allow students to realize their God-given potential and to live lives that glorify God.
- School Mascot: Eagle
- It is our honor as a church school to provide your child with a wholesome, educational experience. Children grow in the admonition of the Lord to fulfill their God given purpose. We academically challenge them via our college preparatory curriculum while providing opportunities for techinical/career courses.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does New Life Christian Academy cost?
New Life Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students and $450 for summer students.
What schools are New Life Christian Academy often compared to?
New Life Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Covenant Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of New Life Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of New Life Christian Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does New Life Christian Academy offer?
New Life Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Track and Field.
What is New Life Christian Academy's ranking?
New Life Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Highest percentage of students of color 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).
School Reviews
5 9/19/2025
I am so excited that New Life Christian Academy is still around after 30 years. My oldest son went there, and it was an awesome experience. If we didn't move away, he would have graduated from New Life Christian Academy. Love this school!!!
5 11/2/2018
As a Christian school, we can design instruction to personalize attention through smaller class sizes in order to not only meet state standards, but to exceed those state standards. This is a position of strength, particularly when you consider that we exceed the standards for today's fast paced learning with a biblical worldview.
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