Girls Thrive at Oakcrest

Oakcrest School, in partnership with parents, challenges girls in grades 6-12 to develop their intellect, character, faith, and leadership potential to thrive in college and throughout their lives.

Guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirituality of Opus Dei, we weave together a rich liberal arts curriculum, character development, one-on-one mentoring and service to create a vibrant environment that graduates confident, young women–young women who will make a difference in all they choose to do.

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At a Glance

Oakcrest By The Numbers

 

  • 7:1

    Student to Faculty Ratio

  • 320

    Enrollment

  • 1:1

    Student Mentor Ratio

  • 13

    Sports

  • 16

    Average Class Size
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  • Academic Excellence Academic Excellence
    We offer an exceptional liberal arts education spanning the arts, humanities, mathematics, science, and technology that challenges students and inspires them to become lifelong learners.
     
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  • Faith Faith
    Oakcrest offers an education grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirit of Opus Dei, a personal prelature of the Catholic Church. 

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  • Parent Partnership Parent Partnership
    We are committed to supporting parents as the primary educators of their children. The whole family benefits from the Oakcrest experience.
     
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  • Mentoring Mentoring
    The cornerstone of a student’s education at Oakcrest, our mentoring program encourages, guides and supports each student as she strives for academic excellence and personal growth. 
     
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Recent News

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  • Dr. Kat Hussman discussing the liberal arts curriculum to new faculty members at Oakcrest School.

    During orientation, new Oakcrest faculty explore the meaning of the "liberal arts"

    Last week, for New Faculty Orientation, Oakcrest’s newest faculty gathered for workshops on the pillars of Okacrest education. They explored the features and outcomes of an education built on academic excellence, one-on-one mentorship, partnership with parents, and personal encounters with God throughout the day. One of these workshops delved into the nooks and crannies of a “liberal arts curriculum," a term which often carries popular misconceptions and associations. 
  • Oakcrest students in Florence during Oakcrest’s In the Footsteps of Dante study abroad program.

    In the Footsteps of Dante: Oakcrest Students Explore Italy

    This summer, Oakcrest students had the opportunity to walk In the Footsteps of Dante during a two-week study abroad experience in Florence and Rome. Offered to 12 rising sophomores and juniors, and graduates from the Class of 2025, this integrated seminar and cultural pilgrimage immerses students in the history, art, and faith that shaped Dante’s world and inspired his masterpiece, The Divine Comedy.


  • Oakcrest students touring la Ciudadela de Pamplona, the Citadel of Pamplona, a 16h century historic fortress in Pamplona, Spain.

    Oakcrest Students Join Camino Summer Program in Spain

    To kick off the summer, a group of Oakcrest students have embarked on an unforgettable journey along the historic Camino de Santiago as part of the University of Navarra’s Find Your Way: Walk the Camino summer program. Over the course of three weeks, they’ll walk six stages of the Camino, live with local host families, and immerse themselves in the rich academic, cultural, and spiritual life of Spain.

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Why We Love Oakcrest

  • Celina Heeter Schneider '95, mother of Addie '27 and Ellie '29

    Oakcrest is a unique place, that truly nurtures a girl, helping her to develop into a well-rounded, thoughtful person. Someone who strives to reach her potential in the vocation she has chosen, whether that be doctor, scientist, CEO or mother, while being compassionate and generous in her pursuit of excellence. The longest and truest friendships I have made have been at Oakcrest. There I was able to grow as a whole person alongside people who had similar values and goals; together we grew in character and skill as we pursued new and different interests and talents.

  • Margarita Ucero, mother of Ana '22

    I believe in strong woman leadership. I think the school has gotten that formula right. I think the school teaches our daughters to understand what God’s plan might be for each of them and instructs them how to put those gifts to work for the greater good of humanity. The world today requires a lot from women, with many narratives, and equipping them with the truth is important for them to succeed. I think Oakcrest has figured out a way to give our girls a beautiful balance of all of those elements to hopefully choose with wisdom the grace of the spirit in their minds and hearts as they go throughout their lives. And that is priceless.

  • Frances North '20

    At the end of the Oakcrest journey, a girl leaves empowered to make a difference in the world around her and to continue discovering who she is and how she can best fulfill her vocation, which is truly the quest of a lifetime.

  • Giorgina (Agostini '15) Narango

    At Oakcrest, I was the first exchange student to be sent to our sister school, Orvalle, in Madrid, Spain. This exchange played a huge role in my interests and professional life today. I learned the importance of communicating and collaborating across differences, as well as the significance of learning languages and appreciating  different cultures.

  • Judy Gallagher '00

    I learned the value of being the most knowledgeable person in the room when it comes to advocating for a position.

  • Ana Gamonal de Navarro, mother of Lourdes '21, Bianca ‘23 and Veronica ‘25

    From day one, Oakcrest was a very welcoming community. From the front office personnel, to the admissions team, to the Head of School, Oakcrest exemplifies the type of ambiance you want to raise your daughters in: respectful, faithful, intellectual and joyful.
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