PUTNAM CITY WEST HIGH SCHOOL

PUTNAM CITY WEST HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the PUTNAM CITY school district, located in Oklahoma City, OK with about 1,803 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 110 teachers, PUTNAM CITY WEST HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Putnam City West High School is a large, public secondary school located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, serving a diverse student population within the Putnam City Schools district. As part of a prominent suburban-urban school system, the campus emphasizes a comprehensive educational experience that blends rigorous academic coursework with a variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school is known for its "Patriot" pride and maintains a strong focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Putnam City West offers a wide range of athletic programs, performing arts, and student-led organizations, which are central to fostering school spirit and community engagement. The school reflects the demographic diversity of the surrounding Oklahoma City area, and its programs are designed to support students from various backgrounds through dedicated faculty, college preparatory tracks, and support services. Its location on Northwest 23rd Street positions it as a key community hub, providing a structured environment where students are encouraged to grow both intellectually and socially throughout their high school years.

For more information, contact PUTNAM CITY WEST HS at (405) 787-1140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8500 Northwest 23rd Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73127-3127
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PUTNAM CITY WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Oklahoma City, OK with about 1,803 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Oklahoma

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PUTNAM CITY
Total Students:
1,803
Teachers:
110.22
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 schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 1,803 students

Hispanic/Latino
42.3%
White
26.8%
Black or African American
19.3%
Two or more races
6.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.9%
Asian
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

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.