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#452 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 25% of private schools

Oakwood Academy

Elementary School

3840 LONG BEACH BLVD, Long Beach, CA 90807

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 77 schools in Long Beach. Learn more

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Long Beach

#8 of 22

public schools

California elementary schools

#251 of 1,102

About Oakwood Academy

Oakwood Academy serves 67 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Long Beach, California, offering an intimate learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6 to 1. With just 5 full-time equivalent teachers, this small elementary school provides personalized attention that many families value in their child's early educational years. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks in the 41st percentile among California elementary schools, placing it at #1058 out of 1790 schools statewide.

This regular public school operates within a community where educational achievement is valued, as evidenced by the surrounding neighborhood's strong economic indicators. Located on Long Beach Boulevard, Oakwood Academy sits in the 90807 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $89,319 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood maintains stability with a low poverty rate of 7.9% and median home values of $772,400, reflecting a committed residential community.

Oakwood Academy provides elementary education within this well-established Long Beach neighborhood, where families benefit from both the school's small size and the broader community's focus on educational attainment.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 67 students, Oakwood Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Oakwood Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Oakwood Academy compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Long Beach, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
This School
vs
25.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
67
This School
vs
598
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 25.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 25.4% vs 0%
Asian 7.5% vs 0%
White 6% vs 0%
Oakwood Academy Long Beach Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Oakwood Academy (this school) 7.1
Longfellow Elementary 6.3
Los Cerritos Elementary 5.3
Birney Elementary 6.3
Barton Elementary 4.7
Dooley Elementary 5.8
Muir K-8 4.5
Addams Elementary 5.4
Webster Elementary 4.0
Lafayette Elementary 3.6
Bobbie Smith Elementary 4.3
Harte Elementary 6.0
Garfield Elementary 7.4
Robinson Academy 2.9
Powell Academy for Success 4.3
Hudson 5.8
Whittier Elementary 4.5
Roosevelt Elementary 4.2
Grant Elementary 4.2
Twain Elementary 4.8
King Elementary 3.7

Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Long Beach

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

Score Breakdown

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)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,472
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 73%
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 67
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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)

Two or More 35.8%
Black 25.4%
Hispanic 25.4%
Asian 7.5%
White 6.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3840 LONG BEACH BLVD, Long Beach, CA 90807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakwood Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST BARNABAS PARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Longfellow Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Birney Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
VALLEY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach 0.1 mi 6.2
Intellectual Virtues Academy of Long Beach Long Beach 0.4 mi 5.3
College Bridge Academy Long Beach 0.4 mi 6.5
The Education Corps Long Beach 0.4 mi 4.8
Longfellow Elementary Long Beach 0.4 mi 6.3
Hughes Middle Long Beach 0.5 mi 5.6
Success Work College Preparatory Academy Long Beach 0.7 mi
Los Cerritos Elementary Long Beach 0.6 mi 5.3
ST BARNABAS PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach 0.7 mi 7.0
St. Barnabas Elementary Long Beach 0.7 mi
PACIFIC BAPTIST SCHOOL Long Beach 0.9 mi 7.8
Birney Elementary Long Beach 1.4 mi 6.3
Dooley Elementary Long Beach 1.4 mi 5.8
Barton Elementary Long Beach 1.4 mi 4.7
Lindsey Academy Long Beach 1.5 mi 6.2
Addams Elementary Long Beach 1.7 mi 5.4
Holy Innocents Elementary Long Beach 1.7 mi
ST ATHANASIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.8 mi 5.4
St. Athanasius Elementary Long Beach 1.8 mi
Muir K-8 Long Beach 1.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,079

Median Home Value

$832,200

Median Rent

$1,892/mo

Population

33,320

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

41.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oakwood Academy has a median household income of $95,079. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $832,200, with a median rent of $1,892/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CARDEN ACADEMY OF WHITTIER Whittier, CA 7.1
CRESTMONT SCHOOL Richmond, CA 7.1
Eel River Charter Covelo, CA 7.1
Gravenstein First Sebastopol, CA 7.1
LEA'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Lorenzo, CA 7.1
Loleta Elementary Loleta, CA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakwood Academy

What grades does Oakwood Academy serve?

Oakwood Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oakwood Academy?

Oakwood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakwood Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakwood Academy is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oakwood Academy rank in CA?

Oakwood Academy is ranked #452 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Oakwood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakwood Academy has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oakwood Academy a private school?

Yes, Oakwood Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Oakwood Academy a religious school?

Oakwood Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,186/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Long Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
67
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
184 days
Setting
Large City
County
LOS ANGELES
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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