Life Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students (19-20)
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
26%
Black
(19-20)8%
17%
White
(19-20)90%
48%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)2%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Life Academy often compared to?
Life Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fresh Start Treatment & Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Life Academy?
96 students attend Life Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Life Academy students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Life Academy offer ?
Life Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Life Academy part of?
Life Academy is part of Eastern Illinois Area Of Special Education School District.
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