Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy in Oakland Gardens, NY, serves 321 co–ed students in grades K–8 within a city community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with a faculty of 28 teachers.
Fifty–one percent of students are students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Oakland Gardens area.
Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy is affiliated with the Catholic religion and offers a regular elementary and middle school program.
The school is located near other Catholic and private schools offering K–8 education in the Oakland Gardens and surrounding Queens neighborhoods.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
321 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
52%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy endeavors to provide a Christ-centered education that is academically vigorous and empowers students to reach their full potential – spiritually, intellectually, morally, physically, and socially.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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