Olive Knolls Christian School
Tel:
(661) 393-3566
- Olive Knolls Christian School has provided loving care and a quality educational program since 1979.
- OKCS has been partnering with parents and with this community by providing a Christ-centered educational program in a nurturing-uplifting environment.
- Parents continue to say, “I feel my children are in a safe place.” As of 2004, OKCS achieved a six year accreditation from the Association of Christian Schools International, (A.C.S.I.).
- This organization evaluates schools on their spiritual, organizational, and academic standards.
- They have given us the longest accreditation granted by this organization.
- OKCS offers a well-rounded education program with a well-qualified teaching staff, state of the art computer lab, sound academic curriculum, fine arts opportunities, and a physical education program with a focus on the President’s Physical Fitness requirements.
- We have a quality pre-school program that helps children learn socialization skills and gain a thorough basis for successful academic achievement.
- Our passion is to see children grow spiritually, to become self-directed learners, to become healthy individuals, and collaborative workers.
- Our goal is to help every child discover that God is essential in every aspect of life.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 420 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Olive Knolls Christian School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
| Religious Affiliation | Church of the Nazarene |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1979 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 420 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 45% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 18 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 23:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool tuition depends on age/grade level and hours enrolled; full or part time. Current K-8th tuition/registration/book fees/graduation fees available at www.okcs.org |
| Admissions Director | Administrators |
School Notes
- Our detailed information is available at www.okcs.org.
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