Ola Christian Academy in Ola, AR, serves 17 students from preschool through 8th grade in a rural setting with a Christian religious affiliation.
Founded in 1905, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 3:1, supported by 5 teachers for small–group instruction.
Tuition at this Arkansas Christian K–8 private school is $25,000 annually.
The student body is 81% students of color, placing the school among the top 20% in the state for diversity.
Ola Christian Academy offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses through its Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) program.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked AR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ola Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ola Christian Academy cost?
Ola Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Ola Christian Academy?
Ola Christian Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Ola Christian Academy's ranking?
Ola Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Ola Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Ola Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Ola Christian Academy is Community Christian School (15.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. John Catholic School (18.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Community Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 1786
Russellville, AR 72811
(479) 968-1429
Russellville, AR 72811
(479) 968-1429
15.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 128 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
St. John Catholic School
(Catholic)
1912 W Main St
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 967-4644
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 967-4644
18.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students
Riverview Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
123 Riverview Rd
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-0327
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-0327
25.5 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 8 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
106 N Saint Joseph St
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-8113
Morrilton, AR 72110
(501) 354-8113
28.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 247 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7
405 North Subiaco Avenue
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
Subiaco, AR 72865
(479) 934-1000
30.1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 139 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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