Oakland School is a private day school in Troy, Virginia, serving students with and without learning differences through individualized instruction, small classes, and a supportive learning environment.
Our multisensory, evidence-based approach helps children build strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and math while developing confidence and a love of learning.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,500
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Oakland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, Language-based, ADHD, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia
Year Founded
1950
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 13, 2026
Campus Size
450 acres
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
6 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$32,500
Tuition Notes
This amount covers enrollment in Oakland’s 180-day school year which includes our five-week academic Summer Camp and associated activities. Tuition also includes daily lunch, all school materials and supplies, and horseback riding.
Summer Program Cost
$5,100
Summer Program Cost Notes
Day - $5100
Boarding - $9,200
Admissions Director
Annie Lacy
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After-School Program
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts and Crafts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archerybasketball
Flag footballHorseback riding
SoccerSwimming
Tennis
School Notes
- School Motto: Where Every Student Thrives
- Oakland School is a private day school in Troy, Virginia offering individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a supportive learning environment for students ages six through high school. We serve children with and without learning differences, including those who benefit from structured literacy, reading intervention, and multisensory teaching methods. Families seeking a Virginia private school with strong reading, writing, and math support will find an academically focused and nurturing setting at Oakland.
- Our curriculum emphasizes evidence-based instruction in reading, writing, math, and study skills. Each student receives highly personalized teaching that targets foundational skills, builds confidence, and supports measurable academic progress. With low teacherstudent ratios and a goal-oriented approach, Oakland helps students develop the tools they need to thrive in school.
- Located on a spacious rural campus near Charlottesville, Oakland School offers a calm, structured environment ideal for students who benefit from individual attention, consistent routines, and hands-on learning. For more than 60 years, Oakland has helped children grow academically and personally through expert instruction, a warm community, and a focus on each child's potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oakland School cost?
Oakland School's tuition is approximately $32,500 for private students and $5,100 for summer students.
Does Oakland School offer a summer program?
Yes, Oakland School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does Oakland School offer?
Oakland School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Flag Football, Soccer, Swimming and Tennis.
What is Oakland School's ranking?
Oakland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Oakland School?
The application deadline for Oakland School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
I attended summer school here in the 1990s because I was diagnosed with dyslexia. The 6 weeks I spent there over many years was life-changing. I learned more skills at Oakland than my entire school year at my public school in southern WV.
5 12/8/2017
This is an excellent school! Within a few months my son feels confident and he has declared that his favorite subject is reading. It has changed his life. I encourage parents to consider this school at any point during the year and not delay. I wish I knew about it earlier.
5 5/17/2016
Oakland's program is top notch and worth every penny. They gave my child confidence and helped him believe that he could learn. Oakland is the best school ever!
5 2/24/2016
Oakland school individualizes each child's education to bring out the ability in each student. When my child attended Oakland for the first time she was struggling with the most basic concepts and reading far below her grade level. After one summer program we saw not only a huge improvement in her scores, but her self confidence and desire to learn had skyrocketed as well. My daughter is a full time student and regularly tells me how much she loves going to school and how excited she is to learn the curriculum. She is reading at grade level and excelling in her math classes. My daughter's entire vision of who she is and what she is capable has changed, she believes she can do anything she wants. Oakland School will always have a place in our hearts as the school that saw the potential in my daughter and helped her see it to!
5 9/19/2015
We couldn't be happier with Oakland. Our daughter has attended for several years and absolutely loves going to school everyday! Her confidence is excellent, thanks to the Oakland environment, made up of truly caring and flexible teachers. And it's not just the teachers who care: the entire staff from the maintenance staff to the chef to the headmaster really work and cheer for these kids. The individualized attention has allowed my daughter to have more time in some subjects and accelerate in others. I have to reiterate what others have stated: Oakland is an outstanding value for such a well-rounded education. Visit campus to experience the welcoming environment and the beautiful grounds.
5 5/30/2015
Oakland School has made a tremendous difference in my daughter's life. She came there shy and beginning to feel badly about herself because of her difficulties in school. Within a few weeks in the program, I could see her confidence growing and her love of learning returning. The teachers are outstanding. The care about each student and really know how to motivate them to do their best. The administration is very involved. The campus is beautiful. The children are outside everyday and surrounded by trees and grass. My daughter has particularly benefitted from the horseback riding program. She had never riden before she when to Oakland, and she has discovered a love of horses and riding. Working with the horses has further increased her confidence and her strength, flexibility and coordination. Oakland is outstanding and as one other parent said, worth every penny. I would encourage you to go out and visit the school.
5 5/2/2015
Classes at Oakland are very small-- its overall student-teacher ratio is only 5:1! Every student gets the attention they need to reach their potential.
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