It is the aim of Oakwood Schools to provide a loving, safe, and protected environment in which children can learn and be free to express their feelings.
Motivational techniques and varieties of interesting and exciting lessons promote happiness and a sense of purpose for each child.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Oakwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1960
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
161 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
19 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
weekly, including lunch
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Jennifer Davis
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Oakwood Academy?
The acceptance rate of Oakwood Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Oakwood Academy?
The application deadline for Oakwood Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 532-4850
Gardena, CA 90247
(310) 532-4850
8.5 miles
Gr: 1-11 | 19 students
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Holy Innocents Continuation School ![Holy Innocents Continuation School Photo - Integrating technology into the curriculum]( "Holy Innocents Continuation School Photo - Integrating technology into the curriculum")
(Catholic)
2500 Pacific Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
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Gr: K-8 | 204 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pacific Baptist School
(Baptist)
3332 Magnolia Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bixby Oaks Children Center
Daycare / Preschool
3832 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
1.2 miles
Gr: K | 70 students
Oakwood Academy Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School
3850 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 137 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Barnabas Parish School
(Catholic)
3980 Marron Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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Pacific Baptist School
(Baptist)
3332 Magnolia Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
First Baptist Church School
(Baptist)
1000 Pine Ave
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 432-8447
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 432-8447
2.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
620 Olive Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-4496
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 435-4496
2.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 433 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 49 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Spectrum Center- Long Beach Middle Market Street
Special Education School
1022 E Market St
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Bethel Baptist School
(Baptist)
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(310) 522-4450
Carson, CA 90745
(310) 522-4450
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(Catholic)
2500 Pacific Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pacific Baptist School
(Baptist)
3332 Magnolia Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oakwood Academy Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School
3850 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 137 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Barnabas Parish School
(Catholic)
3980 Marron Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
2320 Cota Ave
Long Beach, CA 90810
(562) 424-9062
Long Beach, CA 90810
(562) 424-9062
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 200 students
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Miles
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Pacific Baptist School
(Baptist)
3332 Magnolia Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bixby Oaks Children Center
Daycare / Preschool
3832 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
1.2 miles
Gr: K | 70 students
Oakwood Academy Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School
3850 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 137 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Barnabas Parish School
(Catholic)
3980 Marron Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Montessori On Elm
Montessori School
930 Elm Ave
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 682-3492
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 682-3492
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 65 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
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4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E. 20th St.
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 492-6003
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 492-6003
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 708 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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710 West Spring St.
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 427-8512
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 427-8512
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Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: 35% | Reading: 37%)
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Rank:
6/
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2445 Chestnut Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-7075
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-7075
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 827 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
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Rank:
5/
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3635 Atlantic Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90807
(909) 285-1111
Long Beach, CA 90807
(909) 285-1111
0.9 miles
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Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
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3/
Bottom 50%10
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Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 283-4456
Long Beach, CA 90813
(562) 283-4456
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Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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