Oakwood Elementary School in North Hollywood, CA serves 312 students from kindergarten through 6th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
Founded in 1951, this California K–6 private school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 supported by 28 teaching staff members.
The school's student body is diverse, with 60% of students identified as students of color.
Oakwood Elementary offers 20 AP courses, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in California for AP course availability.
Located in a large city community, Oakwood Elementary ranks in the top 20% statewide for largest student body and oldest founding date among private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
20 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakwood Elementary School's ranking?
Oakwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Oakwood Elementary School?
The application deadline for Oakwood Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91s
The nearest high school to Oakwood Elementary School is Valley Torah High School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is North Hollywood Christian Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Country School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
11330 McCormick Street
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 763-2892
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 763-2892
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 90 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4832 Tujunga Ave
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 508-4542
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 508-4542
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 324 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Neighborhood School
Daycare / Preschool
11742 Riverside Dr
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 762-1212
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 762-1212
0.6 miles
Gr: K-1 | 48 students
5243 Laurel Canyon Blvd
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 752-1546
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 752-1546
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 200 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Valley Torah High School
(Jewish)
12517 Chandler Blvd
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 505-7999
Valley Village, CA 91607
(818) 505-7999
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 231 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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