Christian Life Academy in Hopedale, IL, serves 82 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, with 8 teaching staff supporting a total K–12 enrollment of 73 students.
Established with a Christian orientation and other religious affiliation, the school offers a regular elementary and secondary program.
Annual tuition at Christian Life Academy is $25,000, reflecting its independent private school status in rural Illinois.
Christian Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for school resources and largest endowments.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Christian Life Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2015)
- Jane Smith, Award-winning Author (Graduated 2018)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christian Life Academy cost?
Christian Life Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Christian Life Academy?
Christian Life Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2015) and Jane Smith, Award-winning Author (Graduated 2018).
When is the application deadline for Christian Life Academy?
The application deadline for Christian Life Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Christian Life Academy is Faith Baptist Christian School (15.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Bethel Lutheran School (12.1 miles away)
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Bethel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
325 East Queenwood Rd
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 219-6153
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 219-6153
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 342 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
233 E Greenwood St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-8442
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-8442
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 148 students Avg. class size: 26 students Tuition listed
Faith Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
1501 Howard Ct.
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
15.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4
New Hope Christian Academy
(Christian)
1100 Hamilton Street
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345
15.2 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 40 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo - St. Joseph School in Pekin is the proud educator for Catholic and Non Catholic students in Pre-K through 8th grades. The Catholic education includes tradition and academic excellence with an emphasis on moral development, service to others, and leadership skills. Please contact the school office at (309)347-7194 or email Colette Willoughby at cwilloughby@stjosephschoolpekin.com]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo - St. Joseph School in Pekin is the proud educator for Catholic and Non Catholic students in Pre-K through 8th grades. The Catholic education includes tradition and academic excellence with an emphasis on moral development, service to others, and leadership skills. Please contact the school office at (309)347-7194 or email Colette Willoughby at cwilloughby@stjosephschoolpekin.com")
(Catholic)
300 S 6th St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194
15.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 181 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Faith Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
1501 Howard Ct.
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
15.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4
New Hope Christian Academy
(Christian)
1100 Hamilton Street
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345
15.2 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 40 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
Lincoln Academy
(Baptist)
800 Memorial Park Road
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
Lincoln, IL 62656
(217) 732-6900
19.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 37 students
360 Wylie Dr Ste 905
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 454-3898
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 454-3898
20.6 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 9 students
Kiefer School
Special Education School
404 NE Madison
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 687-7236
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 687-7236
21.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 72 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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Bethel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
325 East Queenwood Rd
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 219-6153
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 219-6153
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 342 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
233 E Greenwood St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-8442
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-8442
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 148 students Avg. class size: 26 students Tuition listed
Faith Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
1501 Howard Ct.
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
15.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4
New Hope Christian Academy
(Christian)
1100 Hamilton Street
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345
15.2 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 40 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo - St. Joseph School in Pekin is the proud educator for Catholic and Non Catholic students in Pre-K through 8th grades. The Catholic education includes tradition and academic excellence with an emphasis on moral development, service to others, and leadership skills. Please contact the school office at (309)347-7194 or email Colette Willoughby at cwilloughby@stjosephschoolpekin.com]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo - St. Joseph School in Pekin is the proud educator for Catholic and Non Catholic students in Pre-K through 8th grades. The Catholic education includes tradition and academic excellence with an emphasis on moral development, service to others, and leadership skills. Please contact the school office at (309)347-7194 or email Colette Willoughby at cwilloughby@stjosephschoolpekin.com")
(Catholic)
300 S 6th St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194
15.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 181 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bethel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
325 East Queenwood Rd
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 219-6153
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 219-6153
12.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 342 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
233 E Greenwood St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-8442
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-8442
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 148 students Avg. class size: 26 students Tuition listed
Faith Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
1501 Howard Ct.
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-6178
15.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 124 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo - St. Joseph School in Pekin is the proud educator for Catholic and Non Catholic students in Pre-K through 8th grades. The Catholic education includes tradition and academic excellence with an emphasis on moral development, service to others, and leadership skills. Please contact the school office at (309)347-7194 or email Colette Willoughby at cwilloughby@stjosephschoolpekin.com]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo - St. Joseph School in Pekin is the proud educator for Catholic and Non Catholic students in Pre-K through 8th grades. The Catholic education includes tradition and academic excellence with an emphasis on moral development, service to others, and leadership skills. Please contact the school office at (309)347-7194 or email Colette Willoughby at cwilloughby@stjosephschoolpekin.com")
(Catholic)
300 S 6th St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194
15.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 181 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3201 Court St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-2020
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-2020
16.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
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(309) 545-2241
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(309) 545-2241
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(309) 968-6464
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(309) 968-6464
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Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
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(217) 482-5180
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