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Mission Statement

The Moore Public School District creates a safe environment for all students in an atmosphere of open communication and mutual respect.  We engage students in stimulating academic challenges and in positive social interaction so they will become contributing members of society.

Location/Community

Moore Public Schools is the third largest school system in the state, with a student population of more than 19,000. The district encompasses 159 square miles in Moore and south Oklahoma City, south of 82nd Street.

  • Population of District: 96,234 
  • Households: 35,271 
  • Population by Race (estimated)
    • Black 5.6%
    • Asian & Pacific Islander 4.3%
    • Hispanic 5.7%
    • Alaskan or American Indian 17.6%
    • White 66.7%
  • Average Household Income: $58,665 

Moore Public Schools is divided into school attendance areas. Students enroll in the school dictated by their residence. (For more information about enrollment, please go to enrollment.) The district includes:

  • 2 High Schools (grades 10-12)
  • 5 Junior High Schools (grades 7-9)
  • 21 Elementary Schools (grades pre-K-6)
  • Five Vista Alternative Academies

Moore Public Schools is accredited by the

  • Oklahoma State Department of Education
  • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (10-12)
  • Oklahoma Department of Vocational Education

Financial Facts

  • District estimated General Fund Budget: $89,619,294
  • Budgeted per pupil expenditure: $4,667

Employees (Approximate numbers as of October, 2003)

  • Total: 2,047
  • Certified teachers and administrators: 1,255
  • Support personnel: 792
  • Certified staff has an average of 14 years experience with more than 500 advanced degrees.
  • Student to teacher ratio is 19 to one.
  • Average teacher compensation: $35,465

(See employment information for further details.) Enrollment (As of May 23, 2002)

  • Elementary: 10,179
  • Junior High: 8,023
  • High School: 3,781
  • Total: 18,202

Student Performance (Source: State Office of Accountability 2001 Report)

  MPS State Average
Average GPA of High School Seniors 3.0 3.0
ACT Participation (Class of 2001) 68% 64.0%
Average ACT Score (Class of 2001) 21.5%  20.5%

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