Oak Park Christian Academy is a private school in Mobile, Alabama that has been committed to offering quality Christian education for grades K4 through 8 since 1989.
Conveniently located in west Mobile, Alabama, we are in the heart of new development.
OPCA is a small private, Christian school in Mobile Alabama with an average student/teacher ratio of 12/1.
The focus of Oak Park Christian is to provide a Christian education in a nurturing environment.
The mission of Oak Park Christian Academy is to provide a Christ-centered environment where students are challenged to achieve spiritual and academic excellence.
Oak Park Christian is committed to traditional values and service with an emphasis on integrating Biblical principles into the lives of its students through the implementation of a planned course of study involving staff, students, and parents united in Christian cooperation.
The Oak Park Christian Academy is a team effort of the students, teachers, parents, church community, and administration working together to create a positive learning climate conducive to the development of the total student - spiritually, intellectually, socially, physically, and emotionally.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Oak Park Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
103 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Love | Grow | Serve
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Christian School's ranking?
Oak Park Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Oak Park Christian School?
The application deadline for Oak Park Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Oak Park Christian School located?
Oak Park Christian School is located in the Milkhouse neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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