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Oakwood Academy
Elementary School
26300 GODDARD RD, Taylor, MI 48180
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Oakwood Academy
Oakwood Academy is an Seventh-day Adventist private elementary school in Taylor, MI 48180. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,537, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 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
BetaHow Oakwood Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Taylor, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oakwood Academy (this school) | — |
| Holland Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Taylor Exemplar Academy | 6.3 |
| Taylor Virtual Learning Academy | 5.4 |
| Bernice McDowell Elem School | 7.3 |
| Clarence Randall Elem School | 4.9 |
| Hoover Middle School | 7.3 |
| Eureka Heights Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Kinyon Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Robert J West Middle School | 6.7 |
| Quest Charter Academy | 6.0 |
| Myers Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Blair Moody Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Trillium Academy | 5.3 |
| Taylor Parks Elementary School | 4.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Private · Seventh-day Adventist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Address
- 26300 GODDARD RD, Taylor, MI 48180
- Phone
- (313) 291-6790
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MI aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
26300 GODDARD RD, Taylor, MI 48180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakwood Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bernice McDowell Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away). Another option is Hale Creek Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Romulus). Additionally, Taylor Exemplar Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Taylor, see our Taylor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holland Elementary School Taylor | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Taylor Exemplar Academy Taylor | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Taylor High School Taylor | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Taylor Virtual Learning Academy Taylor | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Taylor Preparatory High School Taylor | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Hoover Middle School Taylor | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Eureka Heights Elementary School Taylor | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Bernice McDowell Elem School Taylor | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Clarence Randall Elem School Taylor | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Myers Elementary School Taylor | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Quest Charter Academy Taylor | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Kinyon Elementary School Taylor | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Robert J West Middle School Taylor | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Hale Creek Elementary School Romulus | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Tomlinson Middle School Inkster | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Thorne Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PETERSON-WARREN ACADEMY Inkster | 3.7 mi | — |
| Trillium Academy Taylor | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Robichaud Senior High School Dearborn Heights | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| West Village Academy Dearborn | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,537
Median Home Value
$141,200
Median Rent
$1,036/mo
Population
62,405
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
38.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Oakwood Academy has a median household income of $59,537. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,200, with a median rent of $1,036/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.7%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakwood Academy
What grades does Oakwood Academy serve?
Oakwood Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Oakwood Academy?
Oakwood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakwood Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakwood Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Oakwood Academy a private school?
Yes, Oakwood Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist 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 Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,865/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Taylor). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- WAYNE
- Phone
- (313) 291-6790
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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