Oakwood Christian School
Tel:
(518)271-0526
- OCS is a member of ACSI; AACS and NYACSI. OCS was founded to provide children with a quality academic program founded on Biblical principles and a Christian world view.
- Our school is committed to academic excellence and to Scriptural morality.
- We seek to challenge each student to "Study to show thyself approved unto God." 2 Tim. 2:15.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 122 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,100
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Oakwood Christian School places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1992 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 122 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 50% State avg.: 28% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 100% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (school dress code) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,100 |
| Tuition Notes | student book fee $175-$275 |
| % on Financial Aid | 2% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Karen DuJack |
School Notes
- OCS places a strong emphasis on reading and writing using the Abeka curriculum. When our Kindergarteners graduate they are reading and writing cursive. Our junior high and high school students are involved in sports, drama, glee club and more.
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