About Us

Norman Public Schools is the eighth-largest district in Oklahoma. The district, which is located near the University of Oklahoma, offers academic excellence, unique Advanced Placement programs, hands-on STEM enrichment opportunities, robust fine arts programs at every grade level, 6A athletics for middle and high school students, competitive academic clubs, and special education programs that maximize opportunities for students.

Our Mission

To prepare and inspire all students to achieve their full potential.

Our Core Values

  • Integrity - Integrity is the cornerstone of everything we do.

  • Inclusiveness - We positively affirm the unique identity of every individual.

  • Collaboration - We collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maximize our shared knowledge and resources to bring greater value to our students, staff and stakeholders.

  • Optimism - We aspire to maintain a positive attitude and expect the best possible outcome in every situation.

Our Vision

To Be:

  • A respected career destination for the best educators

  • An inclusive school community that celebrates diversity

  • A leader in reform and innovation

  • Good stewards through maintaining / planning current and future resources

  • Environmentally conscious

  • Strategic and focused in all we do

To Do:

  • Hire, retain, and competitively compensate the best people

  • Open our schools, establishing a Community Education Program

  • Increase safety and security

  • Support growth, responding to community needs

  • Celebrate having the highest academic achievements

  • Create good citizens who are prepared to be engaged members of the community

To Have:

  • A sustainable budget

  • 100 percent graduation rate

  • Technology resources accessible to all students

  • Excellent STEAM opportunities and achievements

  • Community and business partners that advocate for public education

Fast Facts About NPS

●      15,786 students
●      17 elementary schools
●      4 middle schools
●      2 high schools
●      Dimensions Academy
●      ExpandEd Online School
●      Oklahoma Aviation Academy
●      2,123 total employees
●      554 employees with advanced degrees
●      1,310 certified staff
●      708 support staff
●      94 administrative staff
●      57.29% of students receive free or reduced lunch

Pie chart with the following data: Caucasian - 55.5%, Hispanic - 16.3%, Multiracial - 13.9%, African American - 6.7%, Native American - 4.4%, Asian - 3.2%

STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS

Intergenerational PreK Graduation

Community Partnerships

Community partnerships power our progress by fostering collaboration between schools, families, and local organizations, enriching educational experiences and ensuring the holistic development of our students.

District Advisories & Committees

Norman Public Schools is committed to gathering input from stakeholders to better pursue our mission. We place great value on the voices of parents, teachers, administrators and community members in order to share, discuss and problem solve. If you are interested in becoming involved, please contact the advisory or committee chair.

Cabinet Advisories & Committees

Teacher showing students a book

Curriculum Advisories & Committees