2023 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

• Oklahoma City, OK•

• Public School•

• 11-12

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  Rating 4.3 out of 5  46 reviews

Senior: OSSM is a place that I am proud to tell people that I attend, but the stress of being there makes it hard to appreciate in the moment. Just like any school, there are things that I wish were different, but they are severely amplified because we live with them every day. Even so, the stress and difficulties are what bring everyone together and make a strong supportive community of intelligent individuals. There have been many moments where I consider giving up, dropping out, and going back to my home high school. Whether it is for pride or for completion, most of us stay and finish. Coming to OSSM was one of the best, but also most difficult, decisions that I have ever made and I have never regretted it.... Read 46 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 150

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Tulsa Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  622 reviews

Senior: I love Booker T. Washington for the school culture! The academics at Booker T. is unmatched by the variety of AP and IB courses offered. College readiness is highly encouraged and counselors are excited to help you start the new chapter in your life as we even have an Ivy League-specific college advisor. The athletics and arts programs are well funded and have won many awards. The diversity at Booker T. is the best in Tulsa, Ok. School pride is well renowned and the school is very tradition-rich as it was founded in 1913. Overall, this is a wonderful highschool and I can with pride, say "I'm so glad I go to Booker T"!... Read 622 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,327

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Oklahoma City, OK•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  273 reviews

Alum: Harding Charter Preparatory was an amazing experience that I am grateful to have under my belt. At first this school seemed like it is going to be stressful and boring. As I progressed each class and grade it actually seemed to get easier and easier. The teachers teach Cornell note taking which is a very useful skill I still use in college. Also the school offers so many AP tests that can count for college credit and overall test the students abilities in a course up to he college level. The diversity in students was great too, and the teachers were helpful. Overall this is truly a college preparatory high school, and college is simpler and easier than I thought thanks to Harding's teachings.... Read 273 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 524

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Oklahoma City Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  190 reviews

Senior: I have been at Classen school of advanced studies since 2014, when the school was still a middle school and a high school. The environment at Classen SAS is unmatchable it is the most accepting and rewarding school anybody could go to. From the teachers to the administration it it easy to fit in and find an amazing group of friends. The classes are challenging but always pay off for the information that you learn from the class!... Read 190 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 685

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Union Public Schools, OK•

• 9

• •
  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Freshman: I enjoy how open the teachers are to communication, and how willing they are to work with other students in order to help them keep their grades up. If i could change anything about our school, I would ask that it be easier for students to reach out for help if they're in need of anything.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,196

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Edmond Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  355 reviews

Senior: Edmond Memorial has an amazing school culture between the student section, philanthropy weeks, and student/teacher relations. They offer AP classes and special interest programs such as DECA, FFA, and many more. The student body is close knit similar to a small school but has the perks of a big school. There are clubs for everyone and many sports teams. The philanthropy week creates a fun environment with dress up days, activities, and exposure to local charities and causes. Memorial has raised up to $700,000 for one year's recipient. This and the student section, Dog Pound, are great examples of student involvement.... Read 355 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,301

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Jenks Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  738 reviews

Sophomore: Jenks High School is truly a great high school and I feel very lucky to be attending it. They offer a very wide variety of AP classes and extracurriculars. They also offer students many opportunities like being part of an exchange program with China or traveling abroad with your classmates. Jenks High School is also very well equipped. They have their own aquatic center for the swim team and they also have their own planetarium. Jenks also has soccer fields, baseball fields, a football field, a track, and a basketball center. Jenks is also known to have fantastic sports, academic, and musical teams/groups - they almost always take state. Jenks also has a great music program that puts on high quality musicals and plays and also has a national award winning show choir. The thing that Jenks High School lacks is diversity. The majority of its student body is white and middle class. Overall, Jenks High School is a great school because of the many opportunities it offers to students!... Read 738 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,485

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Edmond Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  419 reviews

Junior: I never figured that my high school experience would be as pleasant as it has been over the years. All of my teachers invest so much time in their students and they always push you to do your best and to go beyond what you ever though capable of doing. For example, I almost decided to move out of AP Calculus because I was terrified that I would risk my GPA. The calculus teacher that I barely knew personally emailed my mother and reassured her that she would help me as much as she could and that plenty of students get scared to go into that class. I do not regret staying in that class and it challenged me in such an amazing way that I’m truly proud to call myself a North student under the influence of amazing teachers who strive to bring out the most in their students. Everyone is kind and our school works hard to spread positivity and light. I can’t imagine any other school invests so much effort in making sure that every student is being pushed toward a successful future.... Read 419 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,416

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Edmond Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  415 reviews

Junior: This is my first year as a transfer student at Santa Fe High School, and the second I walked in on day one, I was astounded at the size of the facility. Obviously I had trouble navigating around the campus, but the teachers and staff were extremely supportive and helpful in guiding the new students. The anti-virus measures are taken very strictly, with regular temperature checks and sanitization. The courses are very rigorous and offer plenty of insight into specific subjects, and the teachers are constantly in contact, offering help and resources. Students are very engaging and welcome to the "new kids". There are many clubs and activities that you could join to get a feel for the school culture and environment. The only real downside is the lack of diversity, but that really is a problem with the entire city, being predominantly Caucasian. Overall, Santa Fe High School is a very good place for someone looking for a "home away from home" for the next four years!... Read 415 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,448

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Stillwater Public Schools, OK•

• 10-12

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  251 reviews

Senior: I grew up in Edmond, Oklahoma until seventh grade when my parents got a divorce and moved us to Stillwater. I really enjoyed Edmond and it was a huge change to go from there to Stillwater. I have been at Stillwater for the last five years and it has been actually very impressive. When I moved here I did not think it would be anything like Edmond but the teachers are actually great and very personal when asking questions regarding a certain topic. I love how diverse Stillwater is and how they offer anything you would like to do. Personally I like fishing so me and a couple buddies were able to start the Stillwater High School Fishing Club which allows us to fish outside of school with other teachers who would like to be involved too. One big thing that the school needs is technology for each of the students. Most big schools in Oklahoma have a computer or iPad for each student but in Stillwater there is hardly enough Chromebooks to even use in class for each student.... Read 251 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,254

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Norman Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  326 reviews

Junior: Norman High School contains a very welcoming diverse population that makes it very unique. Norman High teachers pour their heart and soul into any student that walks through the school's doors. At Norman High, there is a wide variety of clubs, organizations, societies, and sports making it a great school for anyone to go to! The nurturing environment of Norman High encourages students to get involved and connect with one another. A large range of classes is provided to reach every student, no matter how advanced or behind. Norman High is the perfect school to go to in order to prepare for college or future careers and meet some of the most amazing people! Norman High isn't just a school, it's a community that everyone should be a part of!... Read 326 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,973

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Moore Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  396 reviews

Senior: My experience at Westmoore high school was a rather great experience. I absolutely loved the involvement and unity found in the school. The staff and students were very involved in numerous extracurricular activities to display school spirit. The school was always open to help others in any way! I feel that staff and administrations worked well to provide us a generous education, while working safely to protect us from the Corona Virus. It was the schools highest priority to keep the children properly socially distanced, wearing a mask, and to be able to track down proper quarantined students.... Read 396 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,479

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Norman Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  494 reviews

Senior: I love that Norman North has a diverse and inclusive culture. The student council is constantly working to improve students' daily lives, the teachers are enthusiastic, and the administration is always working for the betterment of the students. There are many excellent clubs and organizations to be a part of, including band, orchestra, theater, speech, debate, language clubs, key club, rotary, FCCLA, women's advocacy, the Equality Alliance (GSA), and many more. The SPUD (Students Performing Unselfish Deeds) is a great Norman North tradition that raises hundreds of thousands of dollars to help a family and organization in need. My experience at Norman North has been nothing but positive since the day I arrived.... Read 494 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,099

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Ada City Schools, OK•

• 10-12

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  68 reviews

Senior: Ada has a lot of tradition and I love it. I get to be in the Ada Band and we always hold a lot of the tradition of Ada High School and even the town. Every football game in the fourth quarter, we would play a tune called Light Up which was a get-up and dance around each other songs to get the cougars to win the game. Oh, how I love it. Teachers are also a great part. I always received a lot of help on my work because the teachers cared about me and my grades and were willing to help me get through. I always struggled in school because me falling into a deep state of depression in my early years of school and it made me struggle with learning new things and it has affected me through my later years but I get the help I need and it has helped me improved. I hope later in life I can have my kids go to Ada because of the amazing things they do in the school and just how fascinating all the programs are. I sure enjoyed it and I'm sure everyone else will too.... Read 68 reviews

• grade A

• Students 498

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Owasso Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  418 reviews

Senior: My experience at Owasso High School has been wonderful! Just like any other school, it has its flaws, but I wouldn't choose a different high school in Oklahoma to have gone to. The academics, arts, and sports are the top in the region/stage, and Owasso High Schools band is one of the best in the nation. While the administration could do better, the teachers are typically caring, helpful, and very knowledgeable. We have countless electives, clubs, and extracurriculars to choose from so everyone can find something they love to do at Owasso. Owasso High School, along with the rest of Owasso Public schools, has done a great job making us feel safe. We go perform safety drills very often, and teachers always come up with a great plan in case of emergencies. If you are looking for a great school to send you children to, in northeast Oklahoma, definitely give Owasso a chance. Coming from a current Owasso senior, Owasso High School has guided me to become the best person that I would be.... Read 418 reviews

• grade A

• Students 2,828

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Bethany Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  171 reviews

Senior: I absolutely loved my high school experience at Bethany! There are lots of activities and clubs to get involved in so there no way you could feel left out. There are some draw backs though. Because we are such a small school we don’t have some sports. Like wrestling, rugby, archery, tennis, etc. We also don’t get to decorate our caps, parking spots, or have senior quotes. Overall, even though there are some drawbacks, I would still rather be at Bethany High School than anywhere else.... Read 171 reviews

• grade A

• Students 534

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Bixby Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  285 reviews

Junior: So far my experience at Bixby High School has been great. This year is my first here but I have already met a lot of good people. They have plenty of classes that suit my needs for graduation and lots of fun clubs. The one thing to keep in mind when being a student at Bixby High School is to get across the school fast. Because of the layout of the school, getting from class to class can take longer than the time allocated for you to do so. Most of the teachers understand this problem and let it slide though. Overall I am enjoying this school plenty and am looking forward to the experiences I will love through here.... Read 285 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,854

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Union Public Schools, OK•

• 10-12

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  705 reviews

Senior: I have loved my experience at Union so far! I moved there in fifth grade, and was taken aback by how friendly everyone was. Now I am the captain of the Union soccer team and love how reliable my teammates are. I do think Union is intensely political, but the diversity is amazing. I have learned much about other cultures and how I can support my friends of different ethnicities. It has definitely opened my eyes to real world scenarios. A few days ago I also did a mock job interview hosted by my school. The vast majority of the teachers love their students and work hard to try and prepare them for life after college.... Read 705 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 3,304

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Oklahoma City, OK•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  167 reviews

Senior: This school has an amazing community and family environment within the people that attend. The staff and students are all very nice and make everything more comfortable and easy to attend the school. All the clubs and art opportunities bring out the creativity in all of the students and just creates a more colorful and fun environment. I am very glad that I got to attend this school and hope that in the years to come that the students enjoy it. Hopefully things only get better from here!... Read 167 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 337

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Deer Creek Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  310 reviews

Junior: Deer Creek High School is a great school that shows has helped many students grow and become great learners! Deer Creek High School hirers great teachers that truly to care about their students growth and future. Sometimes the students and staff at Deer Creek are biased against others because of their political beliefs and affiliations and that can cause problems but the administration has started to do a good job a preventing that. Overall Deer Creek is a great school that encourages healthy learning with only a few social problems.... Read 310 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,778

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Plainview Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  68 reviews

Senior: Plainview has been a great school and experience throughout all of my years in school. I have attended K-12th grade. The grading scale is higher at Plainview, but I believe it helped me to push myself and have high expectations. The teachers hold you accountable to make good grades and care about how you succeed.... Read 68 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 404

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Claremore Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  280 reviews

Senior: My experience at this school was immaculate. The school has so many amazing teachers who love their job and to teach kids new things. Almost all the teachers I had tried their hardest to make learning fun, and most did do that. Especially my honors classes, who not just taught us things on a board, but had us be interactive and got to go into dissecting things like hearts, livers, and eyes! One of many of my favorite things about the school was the sports because the coaches had passion in what they did and had us push ourselves to our limit. I feel like if you want to attend a school that not only has amazing students, but amazing teachers as well, then I recommend Claremore High School.... Read 280 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,182

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Garber Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.83 out of 5  6 reviews

Alum: The teaching staff at Garber is top notch! They are very attentive and always go the extra mile to meet students' needs. They have beautiful facilities. Their athletic program is very competitive. They offer multiple options for career-prep education, such as concurrent college courses and courses at the local trade school. All in all, Garber High School is a high quality institution that puts the students and community first.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 112

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Fairland Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.47 out of 5  19 reviews

Junior: It's a very good school, and especially when you compare it to neighboring schools. I moved to this school my freshman year and I think that it's been a good experience. The classes are great, the teachers are involved, the curriculum is in-depth. Overall an amazing school.... Read 19 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 171

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Beaver Public Schools, OK•

• 9-12

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  Rating 2.91 out of 5  11 reviews

Senior: The thing I found to enjoy the most at Beaver High School in the community. The staff will go overwhelmingly out of their way to help and guide students, to give them the absolute best opportunities possible.... Read 11 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 84

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1