5801 Beattyville Rd., Jackson, KY 41339 - 
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"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..."
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Oakdale Christian
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| 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 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 12 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 50 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 20% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 33% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 91% | 69% |
| 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 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 4 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $16,495 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $8,400 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $19,495 | $40,100 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 85% | 34% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Kristopher Miller | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 4 | 14 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP English | AP History | |
| AP Math | AP Science | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 3 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Basketball | Soccer | |
| Volleyball | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 10 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Bible Quizzing | Big Buddies | |
| Choir | Christian Life Groups | |
| Outdoor Recreation | Peer Leadership | |
| Praise & Worship Band | Puppet Ministry | |
| Recreational Games | Traveling Ministry Team | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2008-2010 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| Alice Lloyd College | 1 | |
| Calvin College | 1 | |
| Central Christian College of Kansas | 1 | |
| Depaul University | 1 | |
| Kentucky Mountain Bible College | 1 | |
| Liberty University | 1 | |
| Penn State University | 1 | |
| Pikeville College | 1 | |
| Seattle Pacific University | 1 | |
| Spring Arbor University | 1 | |
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 character 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 Mountains of Eastern Kentucky. The campus is comprised of separate dorms for the boys and girls and several buildings for classrooms, offices, maintenance and dining facilities. A state of the art new classroom and gym building was opened in the Fall of 2005.
- School accreditations: ACSI
- Profile last updated: 12/20/2011
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