OYA CHARTER MANITOU 9TH-12TH

OYA CHARTER MANITOU 9TH-12TH is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the OKLAHOMA YOUTH ACADEMY (CHARTER) school district, located in Manitou, OK with about 49 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 9 teachers, OYA CHARTER MANITOU 9TH-12TH has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

OYA Charter Manitou, located in Manitou, Oklahoma, serves as a specialized educational facility catering to students in grades 9 through 12. Operating under the umbrella of the Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA), the school is designed to provide academic instruction and vocational support within a secure environment. Its primary mission is to ensure that youth placed within the juvenile justice system maintain access to a quality education, helping them earn credits toward high school graduation while they undergo rehabilitation.

The school’s curriculum is structured to address the unique needs of its student body, often emphasizing credit recovery, individualized learning plans, and life-skills development. By integrating academic rigor with the supportive services provided by the OJA, the institution aims to foster personal growth, behavioral accountability, and a successful transition back into the community upon the completion of their programs. You can find more information about their statewide initiatives and educational oversight by visiting the official Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs website.

For more information, contact OYA CHARTER MANITOU 9TH-12TH at (580) 397-3511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.