Orangewood Academy is a WASC accredited College Preporatory School. Serving students from Preschool through 12th Grade, located in the heart of Orange County.
We have served the greater Orange County area since 1898.
We have been located in our present location since 1956.
Our core values are Spirituality, Scholarship, Sportsmanship, and Service.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,028
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Orangewood Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
262 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art, Biology, Calculus, English, Government, Literature & Composition, Spanish, US History, World History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates vary from:
K-6: 6,028 7-8: 8,261 9-12: 10,384
I-20 Students:
K-6: 9,735 7-8 13, 587 9-12: 17,022
% on Financial Aid
56%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Winston Morgan
Admissions Associate
Zaidy Olivarria
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ASB, Choir, Drama, Hand Bells, National Honor Society, Praise Band, School Newspaper-Sentinel, TOAST, Yearbook
Club or Organization:
Mock Trial Club
Club or Organization:
Mock Trial Club
School Notes
- Orangewood Academy is a WASC accredited College Preporatory School. Serving students from Preschool through 12th Grade, located in the heart of Orange County. We have served the greater Orange County area since 1898. We have been located in our present location since 1956. Our core values are Spirituality, Scholarship, Sportsmanship, and Service.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Orangewood Academy cost?
Orangewood Academy's tuition is approximately $6,028 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Orangewood Academy?
The acceptance rate of Orangewood Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Orangewood Academy offer?
Orangewood Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Orangewood Academy's ranking?
Orangewood Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Orangewood Academy?
The application deadline for Orangewood Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/3/2013
I highly recommend Orangewood Academy. My brothers and I attended from elementary school, up to high school and graduated. We were all very involved with sports, music, and clubs on campus. This place was our home and I am so thankful for the dedicated teachers, coaches, and staff that made this place so special. I have wonderful memories of my time at Orangewood Academy. When I graduated I felt prepared for college and the "real world." I can say today almost 15 years after graduating that I am successful because of the skills I attained here. I am proud to say I am a part of the Orangewood Academy family.
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