Westminster School
School Notes Overview:
Westminster School is a school dedicated to children, a school dedicated to joyful excitement and independent reflection, and a school dedicated to building community. Westminster is a welcoming, inclusive school, and that's important because children really do learn best when they are happy. Children also learn the most when they are challenged, and Westminster prides itself on getting kids to think critically, creatively, and independently. The Westminster logo reflects our school's philosophy and goals. The "W" inside the navy box reflects the school's commitment to solid, rigorous education grounded in critical thinking. The arm outside the box signifies our commitment to helping children think creatively. Depicting the arm in a variety of colors and patterns reflects the School's commitment to helping children think independently. ...
School Overview:
Westminster School |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Association of Independent Schools State or regional independent school association |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | |
| Year Founded | 1963 | |
| County | Oklahoma County, OK | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 533 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(OK) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 16% | 22% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 90 students | ||
| Kind - 50 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 48 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 45 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 49 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 51 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 51 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 60 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 58 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 31 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 47 teachers | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual (No uniforms required) |
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This School |
(OK) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 175 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 7 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies by grade. Please see website for further information. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 16% | |
| Head of School | Bob Vernon | |
| Admissions Director | Saundra Ptak | |
School Notes:
- Westminster School is a school dedicated to children, a school dedicated to joyful excitement and independent reflection, and a school dedicated to building community. Westminster is a welcoming, inclusive school, and that's important because children really do learn best when they are happy. Children also learn the most when they are challenged, and Westminster prides itself on getting kids to think critically, creatively, and independently. The Westminster logo reflects our school's philosophy and goals. The "W" inside the navy box reflects the school's commitment to solid, rigorous education grounded in critical thinking. The arm outside the box signifies our commitment to helping children think creatively. Depicting the arm in a variety of colors and patterns reflects the School's commitment to helping children think independently.
- Profile last updated: 03/06/2009
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posted on July 6, 2009 at 05:30:10 am
Three Norman middle school students recently attended two sessions of the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics One Day Middle School Summer Math Workshops in Oklahoma City.Defne Altan, Westminster School eighth grader. - Princeton Football Welcomes Thirty-One Standouts Into Class of 2013 (Princeton University Athletics)
posted on May 29, 2009 at 02:10:32 am
Thirty-one athletic and academic standouts, representing 15 different states, will become part of one of college football's most historic programs this fall. Head coach Roger Hughes, about to enter his 10th season as the leader of the Princeton football program, was proud to announce the Class of 2013 Wednesday.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (73118) | School Zip (73118) |
(OK) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 14,041 people | 3,450,197 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 43% | 19% |
| Population Average Age | 35 years old | 34 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.1 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $35,086 | $38,032 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.2 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 64 years old | 37 years old |
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| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (73118) 
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| % Owning / % Renting | 58% / 42% | 63% / 37% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Okc Jewish Community Day School - 30 students - 0.3 mi. away - view location
- Crown Heights Christian Center - 22 students - 0.5 mi. away - view location
- Bishop John Carroll School - 204 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
- Young Achievers Christian Academy - 64 students - 1.1 mi. away - view location
- St. John Christian Heritage Academy - 105 students - 1.8 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Zip 73118
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