Our Lady Of Refuge School
- Our Lady Of Refuge School has been providing excellent instruction since 1923 by dedicated teachers in all subjects with heavy emphasis on Mathematics and Reading.
- We have recently added Art, Music, and Computer programs.
- Enrollment for September 2019 now open. Please call for more information.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 277 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,750
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Education Association |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1923 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 277 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 95% State avg.: 28% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 20:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% |
| Average Class Size | 28 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniform available from FlynnOhara) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,750 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition is payable over 10 months. (August-May) |
| % on Financial Aid | 80% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Mr. Robert W. Billings |
| Admissions Associate | Mrs. Yolanda Mercado |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 2 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess club Arts and Music Programs: Band |
School Notes
- Art, Music, Computer and Gym classes are offered once a week..
- Students may be dropped off as early as 7:15a. There is no charge.
- An After School Program with a snack is available each day from3:00pm to 6:00pm at a cost of $8.00 daily. Parents may use this on a daily basis or when needed..
- Other after-school offerings include band, chess, scouts and violin.
- All students wear the school uniform
- The school has teachers from the Title 1 Program to helpstudents with their Math and Reading. A Guidance Counselor is alsopart of this program.
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