Joy Kindergarten & Preschool

Joy Kindergarten & Preschool in Skiatook, OK offers early childhood education for grades PK–K with a total enrollment of 66 students in a town setting.
Founded in 1912, the school is among the oldest private schools in Oklahoma, providing a Baptist–oriented early learning program.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 11 teachers serving both preschool and kindergarten students.
Approximately 36% of the student body represents diverse racial backgrounds, reflecting community demographics.
Joy Kindergarten & Preschool is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and other religious school associations.

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Top Rankings

Joy Kindergarten & Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oklahoma for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: We exist to connect people to Jesus, His Truth, His Family, His Mission.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joy Kindergarten & Preschool's ranking?
Joy Kindergarten & Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oklahoma for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Joy Kindergarten & Preschool?
The application deadline for Joy Kindergarten & Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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This school is amazing! The extra time spent with each child, the love and care, the academics are top-notch! I can only hope they add more grades because I want to send my son there for elementary!
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The average private school tuition in Tulsa County, OK is $12,668 for elementary schools and $11,764 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tulsa County, OK is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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