with sponsors and often follow a specific curriculum or educational model. Several Greater OKC school districts are authorized by state law to operate charter schools. For a complete list of charter schools in Oklahoma, including those in the OKC region, visit the Oklahoma State Department of Education website at sde.ok.gov/current-charter. ADVANCED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION CHARTER (ASTEC) SCHOOL Address: 2401 NW 23rd St., Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Phone: 405.947.6272 Website: asteccharterschools.com Grades: Pre-K through 12th Overview: ASTEC Charter Schools, Oklahoma’s first start-up charter school, is a tuition-free S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) school where technology is taught as a core subject each day. The school integrates the liberal arts into all areas of learning and places strong emphasis on character, manners, etiquette, social and cultural awareness, work ethic and entrepreneurship. Combined enrollment across ASTEC’s elementary, middle and high schools is about 1,400 students. DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY Address: 9212 N. Kelley Ave., Ste. 100, Oklahoma City, OK 73107 Phone: 405.605.0201 Website: doveschools.org Grades: K through 12th Overview: Dove Science Academy serves more than 2,100 students across five preparatory schools and focuses on math, science, engineering and computer technology. The school provides educational opportunities for underserved communities and maintains a 100% college acceptance rate. Dove Science Academy is recognized for delivering a high-quality, college-preparatory education. SANTA FE SOUTH SCHOOLS Address: 7000 Crossroads Blvd., Suite 4000, Oklahoma City, OK 73149 Phone: 405.601.5440
The school offers a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that encourages academic excellence, social responsibility, lifelong learning and self-confidence. HARDING INDEPENDENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Address: 1301 NE 101st St., Oklahoma City, OK 73131 Phone: 405.606.8742 Website: hardingcharterprep.org Grades: 5th through 12th Overview: Located in north OKC, Harding Independence Charter School serves students in grades 5 through 12. The school offers a college preparatory focus and a commitment to academic success. JOHN REX CHARTER SCHOOL Address: 500 W. Sheridan Ave., Oklahoma City Mailing: P.O. Box 2119, Oklahoma City, OK 73101 Phone: 405.587.8100
Website: johnrexschool.com Grades: Pre-K through 8th
Overview: John Rex Charter School, in the heart of downtown, serves students from pre-K through eighth grade. The school combines modern learning spaces with strong community ties and a diverse student body. KIPP OKC COLLEGE PREP Address: 8400 N. Robinson Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73114 Phone: 405.849.9700 Website: kippok.org/kippokc Grades: 4th through 8th Overview: Part of the national KIPP network, KIPP OKC College Prep provides a rigorous academic program for students in grades 4 through 8. The school focuses on leadership, college readiness and character development. LE MONDE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Address: 1123 E. Main St., Norman, OK 73071 Phone: 405.701.2125 Website: lemondenorman.org Grades: Pre-K through 5th Overview: Le Monde International School, located in Norman, offers a French and Spanish language immersion program for students in pre-K through fifth grade. The school promotes bilingualism and global awareness in a multicultural setting.
Website: santafesouth.org Grades: Pre-K through 12th
Overview: With 3,500 students enrolled, Santa Fe South is the largest comprehensive charter school in Oklahoma. There are no testing or admission requirements other than residing within the Oklahoma City Public Schools district.
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