Oak Hill Academy
- Oak Hill Academy is a coeducational, boarding day/school committed to excellence in education and adolescent development.
- The mission of Oak Hill Academy is to provide a safe, secure, nurturing environment for students needing a change in school, peer, community, or family relationships.
- Oak Hill provides a structured college-preparatory program. Our curriculum challenges the brightest student and encourages those who are unmotivated, underachieving, or experiencing difficulties in their school setting.
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- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
- Student Attention Small average class sizes
| Definition of Terms | 2019 School Data | Oak Hill Academy | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 | 7-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1878 | 1909 |
| Campus Size | 220 acres | 104 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 140 students | 320 students |
| % Students of Color | 26% | 23% |
| % International Students | 23% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 100% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Bi-Weekly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 8 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | 1:7 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 20 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80% | 69% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $4,050 | |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details | |
Finances
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $34,555 | $57,300 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $31,250 |
| Tuition international students | $45,057 | $50,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 30% | 37% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
Admission
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 88% | 57% |
| Director of Admissions | Mrs. Katherine Giszack | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
AP / Advanced Courses
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 20 | 18 |
| Courses | College Composition English 111, College Composition English 112, College Composition Statistics (Online), AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A , AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Studio Art , College Composition Pre-Calculus (Online), College Composition Psychology (Online), College Composition U.S. History , Honors Algebra 2, Honors Pre-Calculus, Honors Spanish 3, Honors Spanish 4, Honors Spanish 5, Honors Survey of World Religions , Honors World Cultures | |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 15 | 16 |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Climbing, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 27 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Club or Organization: Astronomy Club, Boy Scouts, Cheer Team, Chess Club, Cooking Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Leadership program, Magic Club, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club, Youth Group Arts and Music Programs: Broadcasting, Equestrian Club, Open Studio Art, Praise Band, Theatre Club Recreational Athletic Programs: Fishing Club, Hiking, Intramural Sports, Mountain Biking Club, Outdoor Running Club, Snow Ski Club, Swim Club, Trail Riding, Yoga Club | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2016 - 2019 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| East Carolina University | 10 | |
| Virginia Tech | 10 | |
| The UC System | 9 | |
| University of Miami | 6 | |
| Penn State University | 5 | |
| The Savannah College of Art and Design | 5 | |
| Indiana University | 2 | |
| University of Kentucky | 2 | |
| University of Kentucky | 2 | |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | 2 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Each year 95% plus of the graduating class of Oak Hill Academy is accepted to a college or university upon graduation. In partnership with Wytheville Community College, the Academy offers dual credit college classes in English, calculus, history, and keyboarding and computer applications. The school also offers Honors classes in the subject areas of English, Spanish, mathematics, science, and social studies.
- LD types supported: Attention Deficit Disorder, Mild Learning Differences
- Oak Hill Academy accreditations: Virginia Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Boarding Schools
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Carmelo Anthony - NBA Player
- Rajon Rondo - NBA Player
- Quinn Cook - NBA Player
- Jordan Adams - NBA Player
- Cory Alexander - NBA Player
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