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2019 Best Public High Schools in OklahomaAbout this List

The 2019 Best Public High Schools ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Ranking factors include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT scores, teacher quality, and high school ratings. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Booker T. Washington High School

    • Tulsa Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 546 reviews
    #1 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: Booker T. Washington is the pride of the great southwest. This school is extremely diverse and prides itself in being one of the best educational high schools in the country. It's an exceptional place to further a student in the sport they love, as this school is known for producing professional athletes. Booker T. Washington high school is the best high school for a student to succeed in their future and be the best them possible!
    Read 546 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,298 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics

    • Oklahoma City Public Schools, OK
    • 11-12
    • 16 reviews
    #2 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: OSSM has given the opportunity to take classes that challenge me academically. The residential lifestyle that the school has preps students for how college dorms sort of feel like. One downside is that as a public boarding school, students are required to stay on school campus for most of the week until the weekends. Athletics aren’t the primary focus of this school so physical education classes is the closest you’ll get. OSSM isn’t an easy place to study at. Students have to work hard through these college-level classes. Still, it’s an awesome opportunity to meet new people on the first day as a junior and feel the excitement when gradation approaches.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 150 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Classen School of Advanced Studies

    • Oklahoma City Public Schools, OK
    • 6-12
    • 158 reviews
    #3 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Sophomore: Classen SAS is a phenomenal school! Thanks to the hard work of families and teachers alike, all of the students get extraordinary opportunities that most people can only dream of. From performing in Carnegie Hall to fundraising $20,000 to get the national Broadway tour set of Hairspray for our Spring Musical. With exposure all over the country, did I mention Harvard, its alumni have entranced our entire planet with their hardwork and passion. Classen School of Advanced Studies is truly a blessing.
    Read 158 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 531 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    The Fessenden School

    • Private School
    • West Newton, MA
    • PK, K-9
    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 527 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Memorial High School

    • Edmond Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 325 reviews
    #4 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: Edmond Memorial is a good opportunity for students everywhere and a new way to have a great four years in high school. There are many new people to meet every day to get to know. Everyone is a friend which makes our high school a family. Also, the teachers are friendly, but they need to work on how some of their teachers teach students. Most students are not easily taught. I believe making school more entertaining will help students to want to learn and to want to become more educated. Keeping students wanting to learn would change more of the learning atmosphere and make them want to go to school. Overall, Memorial Highschool is a great school, but there are certain learning aspects that could be improved.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,220 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Harding Charter Preparatory High School

    • Public School
    • Oklahoma City, OK
    • 9-12
    • 239 reviews
    #5 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: Harding charter Prep in all honesty is a pretty great school. I have attended there from the past 4 years and my experiences are greagreat. I created a strong bond with the teachers and faculty, every student has a chance at this school, many teachers not only care about our lives as students they care about our out of school life. They check in all the time to make sure we have the necessary tools to helps us exceed in life. Education is a 5/5, but the schools appearance could use work. Hopefully our school will soon be funded and can fix classrooms, bathroom and even get new textbooks to improve for the next generation of students!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 483 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  7. Santa Fe High School

    • Edmond Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 356 reviews
    #6 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Alum: I love Santa Fe High School! I went to this school for 2 years, and I graduated from here. The teachers are wonderful, and there is a nice diversity in the student body. There are many programs in place to keep the students interested and driven, such as Double Wolf Dare Week. There are a ton of clubs and teams, so every student can choose to be included and involved. Overall, Santa Fe is a school that pushes students to reach their potentials.
    Read 356 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,273 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Jenks High School

    • Jenks Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 610 reviews
    #7 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Alum: Jenks High School provides a wide range of Advanced Placement classes and concurrent enrollment options. These options allow for lots of great opportunities. There are many bus routes available to those that need them. Their involvement with Tulsa Tech is a useful way to see if you like the work you plan to do before going to college and many friends were able to get certified through these programs. Quality, engaging teachers who want students to succeed and will do their best to accommodate their student's needs. Constant renovation on their buildings to adjust for growing numbers of students. Very STEM oriented.
    Read 610 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 3,398 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. North High School

    • Edmond Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 397 reviews
    #8 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Freshman: North is an all around great school! Most teachers are awesome and very easy to work with, the principal and counselors can really help you with anything you might need and are very flexible. Whether you are into sports, band, clubs, or just doing your thing, North will feel like a second home. Like any school some times things might feel overwhelming or there might be some communication issues between the district and the school, but usually every thing can get straightened out. I would like to see upgrades to the school and also, I would like to see a more active and aware faculty and staff. Besides from this, North is a great place and the people are the heart of it. I would definitely recommend anyone who can to come here.
    Read 397 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,595 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Westmoore High School

    • Moore Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 340 reviews
    #9 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: Westmoore is such an amazing school! The atmosphere, education, and people there are wonderful. There is many opportunities for students and parents to participate in the school. Therefore, making it a very bonded community.
    Read 340 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,420 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Norman High School

    • Norman Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 281 reviews
    #10 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: The environment at Norman High is very inviting, and far more involved with the community than other high schools in the district. The teachers at Norman High are dedicated to the students, even taking time outside of school to help kids study and work navigate the stress brought on by high school.

    The student body, on the other hand, has its moments. Although our school is the most diverse of the two high schools in Norman, the student council is predominantly white. To counteract this, there are a plethora of clubs and extracurriculars that facilitate open discussion. The community is very strong, no matter what goes down. Its always a great day to be a tiger!
    Read 281 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,047 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Stillwater High School

    • Stillwater Public Schools, OK
    • 10-12
    • 204 reviews
    #11 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: The best thing about Stillwater High School is definitely the student involvement. It is hard to get some students to contribute to their own school (such as introverts like myself) but with the number of clubs available and with the start of Stillwater Makes a Change (or SMAC week), it is extremely easy to find something worth your while here! Speaking of clubs, our administration here allows students to create their own clubs as long as enough people are interested in said club. For instance, I helped start up the Anime club, so even the "weird" kids (such as myself) can have some fun.
    Read 204 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,175 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Deer Creek High School

    • Deer Creek Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 262 reviews
    #12 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Junior: Deer Creek High School is staffed with amazingly understanding and dedicated teachers. My high school experience so far has been very comfortable and enjoyable. I have chosen to take difficult classes, including all of the AP core classes available to me, and my teachers have done wonderfully in preparing me for the AP tests and for college. Though extremely challenging and the source of much stress, I feel very prepared by these classes for going to college. Also, Deer Creek offers an excellent concurrent program that has helped me earn college hours prior to my senior year. Overall, Deer Creek High School provide an excellent education, especially for students who chose a more difficult path, and has a great faculty and administration.
    Read 262 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,526 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Harding Fine Arts Academy

    • Public School
    • Oklahoma City, OK
    • 9-12
    • 145 reviews
    #13 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Junior: It's a really fun school with some of the best teachers! I give this a "very good" rating because as of the teacher walkout some of our best teachers are leaving because they have families that they have to provide for and the teacher's salary just isn't enough. Every core subject is in some way arts integrated as this is a fine arts school. The students here are so very friendly and welcoming that it's seriously hard to believe that anyone could go without making some friends and/or love interests!
    Read 145 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 392 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  20. Dove Science Academy - OKC

    • Public School
    • Oklahoma City, OK
    • 6-12
    • 21 reviews
    #14 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Alum: They focus highly on involving every student into the STEM program early on. College acceptance is 99%! With international trips yearly, they concentrate on showing off the diversity of the world to the students. Teachers and staff show support and guidance for each of the students even after the graduate. It is a very close knit school, like a home away from home.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 506 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  21. Chisholm High School

    • Chisholm Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 68 reviews
    #15 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: The academics alone are very flexible for all kinds of students. In my experience I had many wonderful teachers who have made an impact on me more as a person rather than a student. For a small school, there is a good portion of clubs and activities to be involved here. I have been in the band and its Drumline for all four years of my high school life. I loved these years getting to know the band students, the directors, and the supporters for the band. As for the school itself, I would say one of my biggest critiques about it is the size. Some particular hallways are barely wide enough for the passing rampage of students rushing to their next period. There is also only one designated area for the bathrooms at the high school, and it just so happens to be in the most cramped hallway in the school! Overall I would say Chisholm High School is a pleasant experience for me. However, certain aspects need to be improved to increase the overall quality of the facility itself.
    Read 68 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 316 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Union High School

    • Union Public Schools, OK
    • 10-12
    • 621 reviews
    #16 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: My experience of being a student who attends Union High School is incredible. I view Union High School as my second home, as I am continuously there for countless hours each week. What I love most about my school is our involvement in school events and activities. There is always something going around our school such as a sporting event, spirit week, or dance. Everyone is always engaged and involved in something. That is what makes my school special, is that we have love and pride for our school!
    Read 621 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 3,550 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Norman North High School

    • Norman Public Schools, OK
    • 7-12
    • 419 reviews
    #17 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: Norman North High School is great! Teachers are very helpful, and want to see you succeed! They are always open to helping outside of class time, whether it be before school, after school, or during lunch. Football season is super fun because the student section is full of school spirit! Norman North also has one of the best philanthropy weeks, SPUD Week. SPUD is a super fun life changing experience to be apart of! I was lucky to be apart of Norman North High School, and I will be very sad to leave all of the teachers that I love.
    Read 419 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,350 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Tulsa School of Arts and Sciences

    • Public School
    • Tulsa, OK
    • 7-12
    • 52 reviews
    #18 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: TSAS has a staff who cares about the students. The teachers are truly invested in the children, and want to them to grow as people. There is a reason TSAS's theme is "Home." TSAS is a safe, healthy environment and encourages students to do their best. The AP classes truly do feel like a college level class and prepare for whats to come. There are few sports at TSAS, but clubs are made by students, like the Basketball club. TSAS truly wants the students to feel like school is another home.
    Read 52 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 374 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Thomas Edison Preparatory High School

    • Tulsa Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 248 reviews
    #19 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Junior: Amazing academics and an academic director and counseling staff that makes sure every student gets the best education possible. Most teachers and staff are amazing, but a new wave of unqualified and disappointing teachers and administrators has started chipping away at the very heart of Edison. The new principal is disrespectful, inconsiderate, and outright rude to the students and groups that she feels have "wronged" her. Completely unprofessional and the biggest problem at this school!
    Read 248 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,236 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Carl Albert High School

    • Mid-Del Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 253 reviews
    #20 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Junior: Most of the teachers are very good, know the subjunctive they are teaching and want you to succeed. My counselors are great and I have an amazing Vice Principle.
    The food in the cafeteria is fair however it is mainly due to federal requirements which needs changed. There are plenty of clubs to join and be active in.
    I don’t like the fact a group of people always get picked to do things within the school verses giving us all an opportunity. Due to this fact I have chosen to apply for outside opportunities and have been successful. I have lots of dreams and goals and this practice won’t get in my way.
    I always feel safe at school and new security doors have recently been added. Out sports programs are very successful. I participate in Pom, Cross Country and track and all my coaches are wonderful and work to push us to be the best we can be.
    All and all I have really enjoyed my high school experience and love my school.
    Read 253 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,074 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Union Ninth Grade Center

    • Union Public Schools, OK
    • 9
    • 1 review
    #21 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Freshman: The Union Ninth Grade Center has so many opportunities for us students. We also have amazing teachers!
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,240 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  30. Bethany High School

    • Bethany Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 149 reviews
    #22 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: I love Bethany so much! I have not had any problems and it is a wonderful environment full of kind people. There is just one thing I would change about Bethany if I could. I would like to have more class options. Since it is such a small school we have very limited options. For example, we only have one foreign language class available to us.
    Read 149 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 524 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  32. Fort Gibson High School

    • Fort Gibson Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 126 reviews
    #23 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Alum: As a student of Fort Gibson high school, you will have the opportunity to stretch yourself. Rigorous Advanced Placement classes and opportunity for extracurriculars run rampant. It is a small town however, and there are teachers present in the school in who you should never seek counsel and courses that you should avoid taking with them. Do not waste your time in high school doing things that will not benefit your future.
    Read 126 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 592 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  33. Weatherford High School

    • Weatherford Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 76 reviews
    #24 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Senior: During my attendance at Weatherford High School, I had the opportunity to thrive. My English and math teachers expanded my thoughts and knowledge to the extreme. The guidance counselors aided me with my college search in every manner possible as well. The students are welcoming, and there are multiple areas in which you can fit in. I played volleyball, basketball, and tennis while at WHS, and these sports programs extremely benefitted my success as a teammate and individual athlete. Overall, Weatherford High School has set me up for success wherever I decide to attend college.
    Read 76 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 555 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  34. Bixby High School

    • Bixby Public Schools, OK
    • 9-12
    • 247 reviews
    #25 Best Public High Schools in Oklahoma

    Alum: Throughout my school years, especially my high school years, I was able to branch out of my shell and make new friends and get involved. The relationships and memories I made while at this school will last a lifetime. On top of that, getting a good quality education opened doors for me to excel in my career. Go Spartans!
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,746 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Learning Prep School

    • Private School
    • West Newton, MA
    • 2-12
    • 8 reviews

    Middle School Student: I have been at Learning Prep for 5 years now and honestly there is know other school that I think would accommodate my need.Also the small class sizes really helps with teachers helping you to achieve you IEP goals. I Totally recommend this school Please Please give it a try it is totally worth it.
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    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 194 Students
    • 2:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Noble and Greenough School

    • Private School
    • Dedham, MA
    • 7-12
    • 33 reviews

    Alum: Nobles is a special place rich with tradition, oozing with school pride, and steadfast in strong community principles. I feel so fortunate to have spent my high school life in such a place where I was accepted, encouraged and challenged all in perfect harmony. The teachers are happy to be there too--they are also encouraged to challenge themselves and develop as educators and that is clear in the way they immerse themselves in their curriculum and their afternoon program duties. I love nobles more than words can share--could not recommend it more!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 614 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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