Step into OCS and you will discover an extraordinary, Christ-centered education unlike any other private school in Oakland County, where students have countless opportunities to find their unique God-given purpose.
At Oakland Christian, they will find their place, pursue their gifts, strengthen their faith, and make an impact on our world. Equipping Students to Fulfill their Unique God-given Purpose.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Oakland Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1968
Student Body
Total Students
563 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, AP Macro Economics, AP Micro Economics, AP Phyisics, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art 2D, AP Studio Art 3D, AP Studio Art Drawing, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History, AP World History
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Kelly Wood
Admissions Associate
Dana Meyer
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
School Notes
- Oakland Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school serving students in Junior Kindergarten -12th grade.
- We are a distinctively Christian learning community that values a biblical worldview and is committed to the highest academic standards.
- Our comprehensive academic program offers a STEM program, and AP and college dual enrollment classes in our secondary.
- We are pleased to offer an elementary Spanish Immersion curriculum. Classes are taught by professionally trained, Christian teachers in their native Spanish language.This program develops students to become bilingual and biliterate by fifth grade.
- We also offer many extracurricular activities with over 40 athletic teams for elementary and secondary students and an extensive visual and performing arts program.
- Students are taught by committed, caring faculty who impact their lives far beyond the classroom.They learn service and leadership through community service projects, school retreats, weekly chapel and student leadership opportunities in both elementary and secondary grades.
- To arrange a visit or to learn more about the programs Oakland Christian School offers, please visit oaklandchristian.com
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Oakland Christian School offer?
Oakland Christian School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Figure Skating, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. Oakland Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.
What is Oakland Christian School's ranking?
Oakland Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Oakland Christian School?
The application deadline for Oakland Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5
This is our first year at Oakland Christian, and we are very happy with our choice! We were searching for a structured, Christian education with high academic achievement in a supportive and loving environment, and that's exactly what we found. The teachers and staff go above and beyond to support both our children with their individual learning styles. The community has been very welcoming. We were nervous to make the move for both our girls during middle school, but Oakland Christian made it easy. We also really love all the extracurricular activities (sports and clubs) to foster a very well-rounded student experience.
5
Oakland Christian School has been an incredible blessing to our family. The school's Christ-centered focus is evident in everything they do, from academics to chapel services and daily interactions. Faith isn't just a subject-it's the foundation, helping students grow spiritually while building strong character. Beyond that, the education at OCS is outstanding. The teachers are caring and dedicated, and the small class sizes ensure personalized attention. My son is thriving here-he has grown in both his faith and academics and genuinely looks forward to going to school each day. We are so grateful for a school that nurtures both the heart and the mind. If you're looking for a place where your child will be supported spiritually and academically, I highly recommend Oakland Christian School!
5 3/15/2025
We moved to Michigan from California three years ago. We did our research and knew we wanted our three elementary-age children to continue attending a Christian school. We immediately felt led to enroll them at Oakland Christian School after meeting the elementary principal and the admissions staff. After a tour of the campus and classrooms, we knew this school would be the perfect fit. The staff and teachers are loving and supportive, and their love of Christ is evident in everything they do. The children started at OCS halfway through the school year and felt welcomed and at home right away. There is a great sense of community within the school, and the children are thriving. We highly recommend OCS.
5 3/7/2025
Oakland Christian School has been an amazing experience for both me and my son. As a kindergarten student this year, he has felt right at home from the start, and I can't picture him being anywhere else. The level of community and support at Oakland is truly special—something I haven't encountered at other schools.
5 3/7/2025
The teachers and staff go above and beyond here for students and families. We joined partway through the year and they bent over backwards for our family. My son is doing great here and we feel so at-home!
5 3/7/2025
My family recently moved to Auburn Hills from Georgia. After moving, we knew we wanted a school that was Christian-based and something our kids could connect and engage in in a good and healthy way that you just don't get with public schools. Oakland was it! Our kids shadowed and felt right at home; they love their teachers; the students have been super welcoming; and the staff worked with us every step of the way to get our kids enrolled and setup after moving from GA half way through the year. We're grateful for Oakland Christian! God's been great!
5 3/7/2025
This is a very caring and supportive place. My middle schooler is doing great in his first year here.
5 3/1/2025
This is our first year at OCS—my son is in middle school. The class sizes are smaller, the teachers are caring and much more involved, the academics are challenging, and my son is thriving. I would recommend this school to all who are considering a private, Christian-based education for their child/children. I love this mission statement and the values that this school promotes. God is at the forefront of all academic and social learning, and the goal is to raise smart, strong Christian young adults. Their is sometimes a waiting list for enrollment, and that speaks to the strong statistics of OCS academic achievements and status as well as the caring/safe environment. Administration, educators and support staff are the best.
5 3/1/2025
A Truly Exceptional Christ-Centered EducationOakland Christian School stands out as a top-tier private school that blends academic excellence with a strong biblical foundation. The school is deeply committed to fostering both intellectual and spiritual growth, ensuring students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for the future.The teachers and staff are not only knowledgeable but also genuinely invested in each student's success. They create a nurturing yet academically challenging environment where students are encouraged to think critically, grow in their faith, and develop strong leadership skills. The curriculum is well-structured, integrating Christian principles into all subjects while maintaining high academic standards.One of the things that sets OCS apart is its close-knit, supportive community. Families, teachers, and students work together to create an atmosphere of encouragement, respect, and shared values. Beyond the classroom, the school offers fantastic opportunities in athletics, the arts, and service projects, all designed to shape well-rounded individuals with a heart for making a positive impact.For parents seeking a private school that truly prioritizes faith, character, and academic success, Oakland Christian is an outstanding choice. It's more than just a school-it's a place where students are inspired to grow, lead, and live out their faith with confidence. Highly recommended!
5 2/21/2025
My daughter is a senior and started at OCS as a freshman. The families and students are a great community, and there is lots of opportunity for involvement for students and parents. Smaller in size but definitely not in offerings, including academic and extracurricular. The teachers and staff are supportive, caring and helpful well beyond even the classroom. And Christian values are truly at the center of all things here. It has been a great 4 years here, and I have no doubt my daughter is ready for the next step after graduation.
5 7/19/2024
I have had my only child at Oakland Christian School for one year now. We have noticed a huge difference in him since he started. We were previous public school parents looking for something different in this very scary world we live in. My son within the first week had a compete change in attitude and a different outlook on life. OCS does an amazing job growing children in all aspects of life. The academics are excellent and the teaching staff and administrators are top-notch. We could not be happier with our first year.
5 6/28/2024
My son transferred to OCS halfway through his junior year. It was a smooth transition. The teachers and staff were very helpful and friendly. Love the sports programs. Love the variety of classes offered. My son easily made new friends.
5 6/7/2024
Oakland Christian has been a great all around school for my daughter. We decided to try a new school for the last 3 years of high school. I wish we would have found the school sooner. My daughter has adapted better than I was hoping she would. Her GPA has improved dramatically, and her attitude toward school is night & day. She's more motivated than ever, with a positivity that wasn't seen before. The staff has been great and very easy to communicate/work with. There are pro's and cons in everything; however, the "cons" of Oakland Christian are not even worth mentioning due to the overall greatness the school has been for my daughter.
5 9/29/2023
Oakland Christian School has been, and continues to be, a wonderful experience for our family! When our daughter started going there in 2nd grade we immediately felt like part of a family. The teachers, administration, and staff are one and all exceptional. You can tell through their words and actions that they truly care for the whole family, and put God to the forefront. Our daughter has never wanted to go to any other school since her first day at OCS!
5 5/5/2023
My daughter has really enjoyed her three years of school here. We are very pleased with the teachers and their academia. Last year several students scored 100% on the SAT math and many students ranked very high in science and robotics. The children seem happy here. The school has nice sports offerings and clubs that keep students and families connected socially. My daughter has made friends with some really nice kids and we have really enjoyed how lovely the families are to have taken her on vacations up north and even to Dallas TX! We are grateful that our daughter writes and receives letters of encouragement from her Christian friends about following Christ.
5 11/4/2022
This is our daughter`s 2nd year at Oakland Christian and currently her freshmen year. It has been a great transition for her with caring and responsive teachers, a welcoming environment, and Christ-centered rigorous academics with opportunities for sports, music, and arts.
5 10/20/2022
Our child has been at OCS for 4 years. It is reassuring to know that our kids will grow and learn in a Christ-centered environment. All the staff is kind, compassionate, and understanding! The school and staff are fantastic at communicating! That was very important to us as parents. The Spanish immersion program is nothing but amazing! Our child comes home excited to tell us all the new things she has learned! OCS does a great job at working with the children`s strengths, from the Arts, and STEM to sports for all ages. We feel blessed to have found such a great school for our children to thrive in!
5 10/7/2022
We started at OCS three years ago when the world was a very uncertain place. Our children have been allowed to grow in their faith, be challenged by academics, and have been taught by some of the most caring teachers. They truly go above & beyond to meet the student's needs. OCS has many opportunities to make families feel welcome & involved. The sense of community is priceless. God truly blessed us when he led us to OCS the elementary, middle school,, and high school are top-notch.
5 8/8/2022
OCS provides a wonderful opportunity for young people to learn in a Bible-based environment. The teachers, the faculty, and the students are all around a joy! I highly recommend OCS to any family looking for a solid environment for their children to grow into good Christian adults.
5 7/26/2022
My two daughters have been at OCS since kindergarten and they are now entering the second and fourth grades! We have been so pleased with our OCS experience! The Spanish Immersion program is an amazing opportunity for our girls to be immersed in the Spanish language. We do not speak Spanish in our home (minus a little bit of Spanish that I had in high school), but we have enjoyed our daughters becoming well-versed in the language. They are developing a native-sounding speaking ability and are able to read, write, and converse in Spanish at such young ages! In addition, all of the special teachers are AMAZING! They love what they do and are helping our girls thrive with their creative sides: art, tech (STEM), music, PE, and library. Lastly, we love the families of OCS. Everyone is so kind and we could not be in a better school! If you have not checked it out, you should!
5 7/26/2022
We love our school and the leadership. We also love the diversity and especially that it offers Spanish Immersion. Our daughter enjoyed her first year and we can`t wait for another amazing year.
5 6/22/2022
OCS has been such a blessing to our family. Three years ago our daughter began Preschool at OCS, at that time we had only intended to stay for two years. Within a few short months, we knew that OCS is where we wanted our children to be for good. OCS is special in what it offers, Christian teaching, high academic standards, amazing teachers, and a welcoming community like no other. We are thankful God led us to OCS and look forward to many more years there!
5 5/20/2022
After bringing my 2 children to OCS in 2020, we quickly noticed the difference in our children and their school experience. No longer just a number they have been able to regain everything plus what they lost when their education stagnated. From the teachers to the admin, OCS has attention to detail and an eye for delivering more than you expect. The smaller classroom size alone makes OCS well worth consideration and we highly recommend it!
5 5/20/2022
My two kids have been attending OCS for 13 years (so far) starting in pre-school and now in high school. The focus here REALLY is Christ-centered education. I believe the leadership, staff, and teachers care about the students - both their academic success and long-term spiritual growth. They go out of their way to help the students work through their challenges, and actively pray for them. The Dean and Principal are outstanding in my opinion and I have high respect for how they handle many different situations. The families are also great and very supportive of each other; we have made many lifelong friends. OCS is where I think our kids will get the best foundation available to prepare them for what lies ahead - not just college/career, but whatever the world throws at them. I cannot over-emphasize the value of God's leading when it comes to making decisions for our kids. It's very comforting to know that even as we pray over them at home, the OCS board and staff are also praying about how to lead them and every decision is sought through Godly wisdom - not just profitability, high academic standards, political correctness, etc. We are so thankful for OCS and for the financial blessing that we can send them there. It's a sacrifice but I think it's worth every penny.
5 3/9/2018
We have been a family at Oakland Christian School for 8 years. OCS offers many programs for a school it's size. Students can choose from fine arts, choir, drama, band, orchestra, and many sports. The school meets the needs of students who struggle and challenges those who desire AP classes, dual enrollment and a college prep diploma. OCS was just included in a select group of only 16 schools in Michigan that offer the AP Capstone Diploma beginning with the class of 2020. Spiritual Life is a key component of all aspects of the school. The teachers are incredibly dedicated to the students.
5 3/9/2018
Oakland Christian is truly an amazing school. We feel so confident that our children are safe and will have the best education in a comfortable environment. Highly recommend this school.
5 3/9/2018
We have 3 children who attend OCS and are very pleased with their education! The EEC (preschool) is phenomenal! Because of our wonderful experience with the EEC we have continued with the elementary school as well. We feel our children are safe, challenged educationally and spiritually, and are in a loving environment! We highly recommend OCS starting with the EEC!
5 3/9/2018
Had 3 kids at Oakland Christian. Last one graduates this year. Staff & administration truly work to keep Christ at the center of everything. The school offers lots of ways students can use all kinds of gifts, excel and discover who they are -- preparatory school academics, competitive athletics, accomplished music & art programs, ministry leadership opportunities and more. Graduates from the school have gone on to serve as mayor, become professional hockey & soccer players, run ministries, and enter into fulfilling careers in teaching, actuarial science, robotics, aerospace, all kinds of things -- while serving Jesus wherever they are.
5 9/1/2016
This is an amazing school! The curriculum incorporates leading edge teaching techniques combined with loving, outstanding faculty, to deliver an education built on a foundation of God's unmistakable word! I highly recommend.
5 9/1/2016
When we were deciding where to send our four children we visited every school in the area. That was 4 years ago. We have fallen in love with the caring, compassionate and highly skilled staff. I recommend anyone considering private education just take a tour and see what it's all about.
5 9/1/2016
My three kids have been at Oakland Christian School since 2009, and I'm thankful for the nurturing, Christ-centered environment as well as the rigorous academic programming. OCS is definitely a gem among the many private school offerings in the Oakland County area especially during a time when traditional values are constantly being compromised. I wouldn't send my kids anywhere else.
5 3/19/2015
Bravo! This school provides such a loving, kind safe environment for children to learn. I am an aunt of a student and must say I am sooo impressed.
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