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#1781 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Oakdale Christian Academy

School

10055 VALLEY HOME RD, Oakdale, CA 95361

Private

Enrollment

68

Student-Teacher

42.5:1

Score

2.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,781 of 1,787

In Oakdale

#2 of 2

public schools

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Oakdale Christian Academy

2.9/10

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About Oakdale Christian Academy

Oakdale Christian Academy is a private school in Oakdale, CA. Oakdale Christian Academy serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 42.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakdale Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,781 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares3.4 pts below CA schools
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 68 students, Oakdale Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Oakdale Christian Academy runs 42.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Oakdale Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Oakdale Christian Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Oakdale, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
42.5:1
This School
vs
25:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
68
This School
vs
566
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.9
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.7% vs 0%
Black 4.4% vs 0%
Oakdale Christian Academy Oakdale Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Oakdale Christian Academy (this school) 2.9
Magnolia Elementary 4.2
Oakdale Charter 6.0
Fair Oaks Elementary 6.7
Cloverland Elementary 6.8
Valley Oak Online Learning Academy 4.3
Oakdale High 5.7
East Stanislaus High 5.0
Sierra View Elementary 7.2
Oakdale Junior High 6.3
Mesa Verde Elementary 3.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 42.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,086
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Enrollment 68
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.9%
Hispanic 14.7%
Black 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10055 VALLEY HOME RD, Oakdale, CA 95361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakdale Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverbank Language Academy (rated 8.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Riverbank), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sierra View Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cloverland Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakdale, see our Oakdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Magnolia Elementary Oakdale 1.2 mi 4.2
Freedom Choice Day School Oakdale 1.4 mi
Fair Oaks Elementary Oakdale 1.5 mi 6.7
Valley Oak Online Learning Academy Oakdale 1.6 mi 4.3
East Stanislaus High Oakdale 1.7 mi 5.0
Oakdale High Oakdale 1.7 mi 5.7
Oakdale Charter Oakdale 1.4 mi 6.0
Cloverland Elementary Oakdale 1.5 mi 6.8
EAST VALLEY EDUCATION CENTER Oakdale 1.8 mi 4.8
Sierra View Elementary Oakdale 2.0 mi 7.2
Oakdale Junior High Oakdale 2.1 mi 6.3
Mesa Verde Elementary Oakdale 4.1 mi 3.9
Valley Home Elementary Valley Home 4.4 mi 4.1
Riverbank High Riverbank 4.9 mi 5.7
Adelante High Riverbank 5.0 mi 6.7
Cardozo Middle Riverbank 5.1 mi 6.5
California Avenue Elementary Riverbank 5.3 mi 3.0
Riverbank Language Academy Riverbank 6.2 mi 8.3
Crossroads Elementary Riverbank 6.4 mi 6.4
James C. Enochs High Modesto 7.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,381

Median Home Value

$479,900

Median Rent

$1,496/mo

Population

35,024

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DISTRICT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Dorado Hills, CA 2.8
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy Rolling Hills, CA 2.7
Rim Virtual Academy Lake Arrowhead, CA 2.7
Butte County Special Education Oroville, CA 3.3
Ralph Richardson Center Carmichael, CA 3.3
Paseo Grande Charter Lancaster, CA 2.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakdale Christian Academy

What grades does Oakdale Christian Academy serve?

Oakdale Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Oakdale Christian Academy?

Oakdale Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakdale Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakdale Christian Academy is 42.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oakdale Christian Academy rank in CA?

Oakdale Christian Academy ranks #1,781 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Oakdale Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakdale Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oakdale Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Oakdale Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Oakdale Christian Academy a religious school?

Oakdale Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
68
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
42.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Stanislaus County

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