Upper School
The Foundation:
Oakstone Academy High School offers a robust, well-rounded academic experience supported by exceptional teaching and a culture that fosters leadership. Alongside academics, students engage in athletics, fine arts, clubs, and service opportunities that help them discover their passions and reach their full potential. Through a college-preparatory curriculum, rigorous coursework, and the integration of educational technology, students develop critical thinking and higher-order skills essential for success in college and beyond. Character development remains a cornerstone of the experience and is modeled by the entire Oakstone community.
High Expectations:
Oakstone Academy High School maintains high expectations and a commitment to delivering a comprehensive, high-quality education that empowers all students to achieve their maximum potential. Students are encouraged to become thoughtful leaders who think critically not only for themselves but also for the benefit of others. Our dedicated teachers emphasize college readiness, using travel, field studies, and innovative learning platforms to inspire meaningful engagement.
Together:
A strong sense of collaboration among teachers, students, and families helps define each student’s path toward higher learning. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their education, working closely with teachers and school counselors to design a course of study aligned with their goals. The curriculum is intentionally designed to enrich the educational experience while helping students develop their individual strengths and talents.
More than a Number:
Oakstone Academy High School also prioritizes personalized student support. While the national average student-to-school-counselor ratio is 482:1—nearly double the 250:1 ratio recommended by the American School Counselor Association—Oakstone’s ratio is approximately 130:1, allowing for more individualized guidance and support.
Variety through Instruction:
Student progress is evaluated through an integrated approach that includes performance tasks, project-based learning, portfolios, curriculum-based measures, state assessments, off-year achievement tests, and extended-response exams. This approach emphasizes not only knowledge acquisition but also the application of skills to solve complex, real-world problems. Instruction is guided by state standards, clearly defined learning goals, and individual student progress. The principles of Universal Design for Learning are embedded across classrooms, ensuring built-in supports for a wide range of learners. This approach incorporates dynamic, relevant materials and flexible methods of engagement, enabling students to access content and demonstrate understanding in multiple ways.
College Opportunities:
Oakstone Academy High School is deeply committed to Ohio’s College Credit Plus (CCP) program. Through CCP, students can take college courses during the school day without leaving campus. Partnerships with Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and Ohio Christian University (OCU) allow students to experience college-level coursework in a familiar environment, often taught by Oakstone faculty serving as adjunct professors. More than 25 college courses are offered across disciplines including English, mathematics, history, psychology, business, music, and religion. Students may also enroll in online courses through partner institutions, with structured support provided by Oakstone staff.
These opportunities allow students to gain valuable college experience, ease the transition to postsecondary education, and significantly reduce the financial burden of college. Oakstone Academy High School is committed to ensuring that all students have access to meaningful college-level opportunities during their high school years.
Approximately 41% of Oakstone Academy High School students participate in dual-enrollment courses through CCP.
Since 2020, college-bound seniors graduate with a growing number of earned credits, averaging 23.5 college credits.