About Us: Oak City Academy`s Christian Montessori model empowers the whole child while fueling our passion to cultivate joyful learners who bring Heaven to earth.
Building Christian character is the bedrock of OCA`s rich academics which evoke wonder and awaken passion in a peaceful and natural learning environment.OCA is a community of honor and trust that encourages courageous authenticity in an experiential, hands-on, and self-paced learning environment.
Our passionate and nurturing teaching team naturally go the extra mile while celebrating each child`s personal growth. Welcome to Oak City Academy- a place where students cry when they get picked up early because they don't want to miss anything!.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,527
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
246 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
kahki pants, dresses, skirts and polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,527
Tuition Notes
See oakcityacademy.org for current tuition for all programs
Admissions Director
Kyla Elliot
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Visual Arts Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education
Visual Arts Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oak City Academy cost?
Oak City Academy's tuition is approximately $11,527 for private students.
What sports does Oak City Academy offer?
Oak City Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Cross Country and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Oak City Academy?
The application deadline for Oak City Academy is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Oak City Academy is Wake Christian Academy (3.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gethsemane Christian Sda Junior Academy (3.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is King's Town Christian Academy (5.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Gethsemane Christian Sda Junior Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Grades: K-8 | 28 students 3.4 miles 2523 Sanderford Rd
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 833-1844
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 833-1844
3.4
K-8
28
Sure Promise Christian Academy
(Christian)
Grades: K-1 | 8 students 3.4 miles 4301 Pearl Rd
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 662-1664
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 662-1664
3.4
K-1
8
Grades: K-12 | 974 students 3.4 miles 5500 Wake Academy Drive
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 772-6264
3.4
K-12
974
King's Town Christian Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
Grades: K | 12 students 5.5 miles 7900 Ten Ten Rd
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 779-9456
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 779-9456
5.5
K
12
Grades: 9-12 | 66 students 5.5 miles 3000 Rock Quarry Rd
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 834-8200
Raleigh, NC 27610
(919) 834-8200
5.5
9-12
66
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