Ocean Tides is a residential / educational program founded in 1975 to meet the needs of young men who have been deemed by a state agency to be in need of residential placement and supervision.
The entire Ocean Tides Program is designed with the focus of attention on boys and their families which the program serves.
From its inception, Ocean Tides has been dedicated to providing a coordinated treatment program for each young man.
The entire program has as a basic premise that the life of each young man must be integrated in all its aspects.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2000
Campus Size
108 acres
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ocean Tides School often compared to?
Ocean Tides School is often viewed alongside schools like The Prout School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Ocean Tides School?
The application deadline for Ocean Tides School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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