and computer technologies to provide opportunities for underserved communities. With a college acceptance rate of 100 percent, Dove Science Academy have earned the reputation of providing a distinct, high-quality education. Harding Charter Prep High School Harding Charter Prep works to provide its students with an academically challenging educational experience through an advanced placement curriculum. The school has been named one of the Best High Schools by U.S. News & World Report and was named the second best high school in Oklahoma in 2020. Harding Fine Arts Charter School Harding Fine Arts Academy is a college preparatory high school focused on the integration of arts and academics. In addition to math, English, science and social studies, students also choose from electives including dance, music, theatre or visual arts. The high school is one of the top 10 in the state, according to the 2020 U.S. News and World Report ranking. John Rex Charter School As the first downtown charter school, John Rex offers a divers educational experience with a unique urban flair. The school opened in 2014 with only elementary grades. In 2018, it expanded into fifth and sixth grade. The middle school students attend class at Myriad Botanical Gardens. Top admission priority is given to students who live within the boundary, then parents who work within the school’s boundary. Virtual or blended options If the in-class experience is not right for your family, Oklahoma offers several accredited virtual or blended education options. The Epic One-on-One Virtual Charter School is state-accredited and is open to all students residing in the state of Oklahoma. The education program is based on the individual needs and interests of each student. The Oklahoma Virtual Preparatory Academy, a program of Epic Charter Schools, offers a blended
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education approach that provides a licensed teacher for every student and opportunities throughout the school year to meet with other students of the program. The Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy also offers a full-time program that includes support from Oklahoma-certified teachers and provides opportunities for concurrent college credit. Private education Oklahoma County is home to 57 private schools educating nearly 13,000 students. About 73 percent of all private schools are religiously affiliated. To view a list of area schools, visit ABetterLifeOKC.com/education/private- schools. Childcare In the Oklahoma City 10-county region, there are more than 1,500 daycare providers with an average weekly cost of $134 for centers and $120 for in-home care. For a list of childcare resources, visit RainbowFleet.org.
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