Oakwood Christian School

260 Oakwood Avenue, Troy, NY, 12182
Tel: (518)271-0526
Grades: PK - 12 | 158 students
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OCS is a member of ACSI; AACS and NYACSI. OCS was founded to provide children with a quality academic program founded on Biblical principles and a Christian world view. Our school is committed to academic excellence and to Scriptural morality. We seek to challenge each student to "Study to show thyself approved unto God." 2 Tim. 2:15

School Overview:
Oakwood Christian School
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1992
Student Body
Total Students 158 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 5% (NY School Avg.: 22%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 11:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 100%
Average Class Size 12 students
Average SAT score 180
Finances and Admission
Yearly Tuition Cost $3,200
% on Financial Aid 2%
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,000
Acceptance Rate 95%
Admissions Director Karen DuJack

School Notes:

  • OCS places a strong emphasis on reading and writing using the Abeka curriculum. When our Kindergarteners graduate they are reading and writing cursive. Our junior high and high school students are involved in sports, drama, glee club and more.

Nearby Schools:

Oakwood Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Catholic Central High School
Gr. 7-12 | 0.8 mi. away
St Augustines School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-6 | 1.1 mi. away
St Mary's School
Gr. PK-8 | 1.5 mi. away
Samaritan Child Care Center
Gr. PK-K | 3.3 mi. away
Helderberg Christian School
Gr. K-8 | 3.6 mi. away

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