Greater OKC is served by dozens of separate school districts — the city proper by Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS), and the suburbs by Edmond, Yukon, Moore, Mustang, and others. Suburban districts generally outperform the city district by most standard metrics, which is reflected in home prices.
Edmond Public Schools has earned National Blue Ribbon recognition for multiple schools, consistently ranks in Oklahoma's top tier for graduation rates and college readiness, and offers robust AP, IB, and dual-enrollment programs at the high school level.
The district serves approximately 25,000 students across 35+ campuses.
OKCPS has made substantial investment in magnet schools over the past decade. The Classen School of Advanced Studies (CSAS) is nationally recognized and draws highly competitive admissions. The John W. Rex Elementary Magnet School has been named a National Blue Ribbon school.
For families willing to navigate the magnet application process, OKCPS can provide a genuinely excellent education within the city.
OKC has a strong private school landscape. Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School, Heritage Hall, and Casady School are the most prominent college-preparatory options, with tuition ranging from $8,000–$22,000 per year. All three have strong athletic and fine arts programs alongside rigorous academics.