CLASSEN MS OF ADVANCED STUDIES

1901 North Ellison Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73106

www.okcps.org

855 Students

Middle School 5th - 8th

School Overview

Classen School of Advanced Studies (specifically the Middle School division) is a distinguished magnet institution located in the historic Heritage Hills area of Oklahoma City. As part of the Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) district, the school is renowned for its rigorous academic environment and its deep commitment to the arts. It serves as a specialized hub for students who demonstrate high academic potential and a strong interest in pursuing intensive study in fine arts, including dance, music, theater, and visual arts, alongside a challenging college-preparatory curriculum.

The school is widely recognized for its high standards and competitive admissions process, drawing students from across the district who are seeking a more accelerated learning path. By blending a comprehensive academic program with an arts-integrated approach, Classen MS of Advanced Studies fosters a culture of discipline, creativity, and critical thinking. Its central location and historical significance within the community contribute to its reputation as a premier destination for families prioritizing a well-rounded and academically demanding middle school experience.

855

Total Students

46.7

Full-Time Teachers

18.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CLASSEN MS OF ADVANCED STUDIES
Demographic	Student Count
White	296
Hispanic	246
Black	112
Asian	78
Two or More	102
American Indian	19
Pacific Islander	2

White
296 (34.6 %)
Hispanic
246 (28.8 %)
Black
112 (13.1 %)
Two or More
102 (11.9 %)
Asian
78 (9.1 %)
American Indian
19 (2.2 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	OKLAHOMA CITY
Phone:	(405)587-5400
Website:	http://www.okcps.org
Grade Range:	5th - 8th
Total Students:	855
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 5 197

Grade 6 234

Grade 7 217

Grade 8 207