PONCA CITY HS

PONCA CITY
927 North Fifth
Ponca City, OK 74601
1,498 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Ponca City High School (Po-Hi), located in Ponca City, Oklahoma, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Ponca City Public School district. The school is known for its strong community identity and its historical connection to the city's rich heritage. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including a variety of core courses, elective pathways, and opportunities for extracurricular engagement that cater to a diverse student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, the high school places a significant emphasis on athletics, performing arts, and student organizations, which serve as central pillars of school spirit. The campus serves as a focal point for local events and community pride, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing a supportive and well-rounded educational environment. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and students, offering resources that highlight their dedication to student achievement and district-wide educational excellence.
1,498
Total Students
76.4
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    765 (51.1%)
  • Hispanic
    256 (17.1%)
  • Two or More
    204 (13.6%)
  • American Indian
    204 (13.6%)
  • Black
    31 (2.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    29 (1.9%)
  • Asian
    9 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PONCA CITY
Phone: (580)767-9500
Website: http://www.pcps.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,498
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 76.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 9 397
Grade 10 388
Grade 11 378
Grade 12 335
Gender Ratio