DEPEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DEPEW ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DEPEW school district, located in Depew, OK with about 246 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 11 teachers, DEPEW ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Depew Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in Depew, Oklahoma, serving students in the local community as part of the Depew Public School District. As a PK-8 institution, it functions as the foundational hub for the district’s academic programming, providing a close-knit learning environment typical of Oklahoma’s smaller school systems. The school emphasizes a community-centered approach to education, aiming to prepare students for high school while maintaining a supportive atmosphere where students receive personalized attention from staff and faculty.

The school operates with a focus on core academic excellence and student development, utilizing the district’s website as a primary communication tool for parents and community members regarding school calendars, policies, and activities. Being a vital part of a small town, Depew Elementary plays a significant role in local extracurricular engagement and community life. Its commitment to fostering a safe and productive environment for younger learners reflects the district’s broader goal of empowering students within a rural setting to succeed academically and socially.

For more information, contact DEPEW ES at (918) 324-5368 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.