The Ocheyedan Christian School Society was first organized in March of 1938 for the purpose of providing a summer Bible School for the children of the congregation of the Christian Reformed Church.
This was done for nine years. Then in March of 1947, at the annual School Society meeting, a constitution was adopted.
The school board at this time included Harry Sikma, president; George De Groot, vice president; Cornelius Runia, secretary; John Wolterstorff, treasurer; Pete Bosma and Laurence Ringling.
The mission of Ocheyedan Christian School is to develop in each of God's children a knowledge and understanding of Christ and His creation based on God's word so that they can obediently serve God and others as they work and play.
We are a fully state-accredited school with certified teachers. We offer students opportunities in curricular and co-curricular activities, helping to develop the child intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
Christian schooling requires a commitment of time, energy, and resources.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ocheyedan Christian School?
The application deadline for Ocheyedan Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Ocheyedan Christian School is Alpha Omega Academy (30.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary's School (15.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-6 | 123 students 15.2 miles 1206 8th Ave
Worthington, MN 56187
(507) 376-5236
Worthington, MN 56187
(507) 376-5236
15.2
PK-6
123
Worthington Christian School
(Calvinist)
Grades: PK-8 | 138 students 15.9 miles 1770 Eleanor St
Worthington, MN 56187
(507) 376-4861
Worthington, MN 56187
(507) 376-4861
15.9
PK-8
138
Grades: PK-8 | 110 students 16.9 miles 405 W 2nd Street
Sanborn, IA 51248
(712) 729-3288
Sanborn, IA 51248
(712) 729-3288
16.9
PK-8
110
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
Grades: K-6 | 154 students 20.2 miles 1111 4th Ave West
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-6428
Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 262-6428
20.2
K-6
154
Sheldon Christian School
(Christian)
Grades: K-8 | 106 students 22 miles 1425 E 9th St
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2429
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-2429
22
K-8
106
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