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Oakdale Christian Academy
5801 Beattyville Rd., Jackson, KY 41339 - View a map of this school Map
tel: 606-666-5422

"Oakdale is a Christ-centered college preparatory boarding school for students in grades 7-12 who seek an opportunity for a quality education in an environment that encourages growing closer to God, improving relationship skills, developing positive character traits and exploring new adventures..."

Definition of Terms
Overview:
School Focus College Preparatory College Preparatory
Grades Offered 7-12 9-12
School Type Co-ed Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students No No
Religious Affiliation Free Methodist Non-denominational
Year Founded 1921 1900
Campus Size 12 acres 135 acres
     
Student Body    
Enrollment 50 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 40% 18%
Percent Students Boarding 91% 70%
Average SAT Score n/a *National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad Year No No
     
Academics and Faculty    
Saturday Classes No No
Classroom Dress Code Casual Casual
Average Class Size 11 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:7 1:7
ESL Courses Offered Yes Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 71% 60%
Summer Program Offered Yes Yes
     
Finances    
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $15,900 $39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $8,400 $22,560
Percent Students on Financial Aid 90% 31%
Merit Scholarships Offered No No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline None / Rolling Jan. 15
SSAT Required No Yes
Acceptance Rate n/a 60%
Director of Admissions Sarah Bellew
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 10 23
 
 
Bible QuizzingBig Buddies
ChoirChristian Life Groups
Outdoor RecreationPeer Leadership
Praise & Worship BandPuppet Ministry
Recreational GamesTraveling Ministry Team
School Notes:
  • Oakdale is a Christ-centered college preparatory boarding school for students in grades 7-12 who seek an opportunity for a quality education in an environment that encourages growing closer to God, improving relationship skills, developing positive characer traits and exploring new adventures.
  • Oakdale is accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International and is a member of Kentucky Non-Public Schools. Seventy-five percent of alumni enroll in college within two years of graduation.
  • The student body consists of approximately 50 students from across the U.S. and abroad representing a rich diversity in cultural, social, economical, religious, racial, and family backgrounds. The Oakdale community is enriched by all faculty and staff living on campus. The small, intimate setting provides much nurturing and support.
  • Oakdale is committed to being affordable for families with tuition and fees at less that half the national average for private boarding schools.
  • Oakdale is nestled in the Appalachian Mountians of Eastern Kentucky. The campus is comprised of separate dorms for the boys and s and several buildings for classrooms, offices, maintenance and dinning facilities. A state of the art new classroom and gym building was openned in the Fall of 2005.
  • School accreditations: ACSI
  • Profile last updated: 08/21/2009
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