Oak Hill School is a NYS approved Chapter 853 private therapeutic day school for students with emotional and/or behavioral challenges.
Oak Hill School has a strong record of developing academic competency, interpersonal skills and positive behaviors in our students which allows them to be reintegrated into their home school.
Our highly committed staff delivers a nontraditional program that uses a variety of resources including nature and the outdoors, hiking, cooking, gardening, photography, ceramics, and computers with internet access to support learning in the traditional subjects.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
David Mitchell
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Oak Hill School?
The application deadline for Oak Hill School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/12/2014
Our dedicated staff deliver a non-traditional program for students with emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Our program is fully aligned with NYS Learning Standards and the Common Core Learning Standards.
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