Changing Oasis is a co–ed, nonsectarian alternative school located in Chicago, Illinois, serving grades 11–12 in a city neighborhood on the Near West Side.
The school has a total enrollment of 8 students with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 supported by 2 teachers.
Changing Oasis provides senior high school education within a large urban community setting in Chicago.
As an alternative school in Chicago, Changing Oasis offers an education option for fewer students in grades 11 and 12.
Tuition and award recognitions are not disclosed; the school focuses on small class sizes in a city–based environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
8 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Changing Oasis?
The application deadline for Changing Oasis is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Changing Oasis located?
Changing Oasis is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Near West Side.
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