Independent college-prep school in Arlington, TX. Preschool-grade 12 with small classes, 23 AP courses, ADD/ADHD support programs
The Oakridge School is an independent, college-preparatory school serving preschool through grade 12 in Arlington, TX. With an average class size of 15 students and 60% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Oakridge provides a structured, personalized learning environment. The school actively supports students with ADD/ADHD through dedicated support programs, making it accessible to families managing attention and executive function challenges alongside college-prep academics.
Oakridge offers a comprehensive curriculum including 23 AP courses, honors programs, and extensive extracurricular options across 95+ clubs, sports teams, and arts programs. This breadth allows students with varying learning styles and interests to find their strength—whether through academics, athletics, drama, or specialized clubs like Computer Programming or Entrepreneurship. The school's co-ed, diverse student body (49% students of color) reflects an inclusive community approach to character development and leadership.
Tuition ranges from $17,450 (preschool and pre-K) to $30,250 (grades 9–12), with rolling admissions and a 100% acceptance rate. Families should contact Admissions Director Alison Bell or Associate April Benjamin at (817) 451-4994 to discuss your child's needs, available support services, and whether Oakridge's ADD/ADHD programs align with your family's goals.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students682
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$29,460
Est.1979
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Association of College Admissions Counselors, Independent Schools Association of the South West (ISAS), Texas Private School Accreditation Commission
School Information
| Year Founded | 1979 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,460 |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool (5 day) $17,450 Pre-Kindergarten $17,450 Kindergarten: $19,650 Lower School (Grades 1 - 4): $25,790 Middle School (Grades 5-8): $29,300 Upper School (Grades 9-12): $30,250 |
| Total Students | 682 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 71 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Alison Bell |
| Admissions Associate | April Benjamin |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 49 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
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AP Courses
AP Art HistoryAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP ChemistryAP Comparative Government and PoliticsAP Computer ScienceAP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and CompositionAP Environment ScienceAP European HistoryAP French LanguageAP Music TheoryAP Physics C: Electricity and MagnetismAP Physics C: MechanicsAP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish LiteratureAP StatisticsAP Studio Art: 2-D DesignAP Studio Art: 3-D DesignAP Studio Art: DrawingAP United States Government and PoliticsAP United States History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
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Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Field Hockey · Football · Golf · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Weightlifting · Wrestling |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · 95 Thesis Club · Animal Club · Black Culture Club · Board Games Club (Middle School) · Chess Club (Middle School) · Chinese Club · Computer Programming Team · Crossword ... club (Middle School) · Current Events Club · Debate Club (Middle School) · Entrepreneurship Club · Garden Club (Middle School) · Health Occupations Student Association (HOSA) · International Club · International Cuisine Club · Iron Chef (Middle School) · JOOI (Junior Optimist Club) · Junior Optimist in the Youth · Key Club · Minecraft Challenge · Model United Nations · Mu Alpha Theta (Honors Math) · National Honor Society · National Junior Honor Society (Middle School) · Nature Club · Oakridge Parents Club (OPC) · OWL Booster Club (parents) · Science Club · Scienterrific Owls (Middle School) · Scrapbooking Club (Middle School) · Student Council · T-Shirt Quilting (Middle School) · Unity Club · World Languages Club · Show More (18) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Art clubs (Middle and Upper schools) · Destination Imagination (Middle and Upper schools) · Drama Club · Drum Line · Fine Arts Literary Magazine--"Calliope" · Guitar Club (Middle School) · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Archery (Middle School) · Color Guard · Disc Golf (Middle School) · Equestrian Team & Riding Club · Fitness Club (Middle School) · Sailing Club (Middle School) · Soccer 101 |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · National Association of College Admissions Counselors · Independent Schools Association of the South West (ISAS) · Texas Private School Accreditation Commission |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Average SAT Score | 1280 |
| Average ACT Score | 28 |
Contact the school
(817) 451-49945900 West Pioneer Parkway, Arlington, Texas 76013
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