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 2016-17 is underway. A limited number of spaces are still available.
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 | 282 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 90% State avg.: 29% |
| Students by Grade |  |
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 avaailable from FlynnOhara) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,993 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition is payable over 10 months. (August-May) |
| % on Financial Aid | 80% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Mr. Robert W. Billings |
| Admissions Associate | Mrs. Yolanda Mercado |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Band, Cheerleaders, Chess club, ITV Band, Cheerleaders, Chess club, ITV, |
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, dance and tutoring.
- All students wear the school uniform
- A CSW on the school staff visits once a week and meets with parents and students referred to her by the principal..
- 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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