Oklahoma Private Schools with Special Program Emphasis

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools with special program emphasis serving 2,022 students in Oklahoma.
The top ranked with special program emphasis private schools in Oklahoma include Lawton Academy Of Arts & Sciences, Bishop Kelley High School, Inc., and University School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Oklahoma private school average acceptance rate of 89%.
50% of private schools with special program emphasis in Oklahoma are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 2,022

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 2,022

Top Ranked Oklahoma Private Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2026-27)

Bishop Kelley High School, Inc. Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 892 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 56
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
3905 S Hudson Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74135
(918) 609-7153
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Lawton Academy Of Arts & Sciences Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 238 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 16
Specialized Curriculum
1911 Nw 72nd St
Lawton, OK 73505
(580) 699-2992
University School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 13
Specialized Curriculum
800 Tucker Dr
Tulsa, OK 74104
(918) 631-5060
Augustine Christian Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
6310 E 30th St
Tulsa, OK 74114
(918) 832-4600
Map of Owasso Preparatory Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 279 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
Po Box 142
Owasso, OK 74055
(918) 815-5713
Map of Rose Rock School
Gr: PK-3 | 44 students
Specialized Curriculum
1515 W Main St
Norman, OK 73069
(405) 412-3583
Map of Solid Foundation Preparatory Academy
Gr: K-6 | 53 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
4025 N. Hartford Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74106
(918) 794-7800
Map of Terra Verde Discovery School
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students
Specialized Curriculum
1000 36th Ave Se
Norman, OK 73026
(405) 366-6362

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools with special program emphasis in Oklahoma?
The top ranked private schools with special program emphasis in Oklahoma include Lawton Academy Of Arts & Sciences, Bishop Kelley High School, Inc., and University School.
How many private schools with special program emphasis are located in Oklahoma?
8 private schools with special program emphasis are located in Oklahoma.
How diverse are private schools with special program emphasis in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma private schools with special program emphasis are approximately 31% minority students, which is higher than the Oklahoma private school average of 27%.
What percentage of private schools with special program emphasis are religiously affiliated in Oklahoma?
50% of private schools with special program emphasis in Oklahoma are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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