JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the JOHN REX CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in Oklahoma City, OK with about 532 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John W. Rex Charter Elementary is a prominent public charter school located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Serving students from prekindergarten through eighth grade, the school is known for its rigorous academic environment and its commitment to fostering a community-centered learning experience. Because it is located in the city’s urban core, the school places a strong emphasis on utilizing the surrounding metropolitan area—including nearby museums, parks, and civic institutions—as an extension of the classroom to provide students with unique, hands-on learning opportunities.

The school operates through a partnership with the Oklahoma City Public Schools district and is well-regarded for its high academic standards, diverse student body, and active parent involvement. By focusing on a holistic approach to education that balances core academics with arts, physical education, and character development, John W. Rex aims to prepare its students for success in secondary education and beyond. Its location and mission make it a central hub for families seeking a vibrant, city-focused educational experience within the public school system.

For more information, contact JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY at (405) 587-8100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 West Sheridan
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in Oklahoma City, OK with about 532 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Oklahoma

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
University of Oklahoma
Total Students:
532
Teachers:
25.99
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 532 students

White
39.1%
Black or African American
26.1%
Hispanic/Latino
17.5%
Two or more races
9.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
4.5%
Asian
3.2%

Female
53.4%
Male
46.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.