Harding Charter Preparatory High School, charter school in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Harding Charter Preparatory High School is a high school building in Oklahoma City designed in the Collegiate Gothic style, featuring sturdy brick walls and classic architectural details. The building currently houses around 400 students in grades 9 through 12, supported by approximately 30 teachers working at a ratio of about 18 to 1.
The original building opened in 1924 as Harding Junior High School and reflected Oklahoma City's rapid northward expansion during the early 20th century. Major additions were made in the 1930s and 1940s, and since 2003 it has operated as a college preparatory charter high school.
The school follows the Collegiate Gothic style, an architectural approach reminiscent of older universities with pointed arches and decorative stonework. This design gives the building a historic and formal character that connects it to the community's sense of place and educational tradition.
The school is located on Northeast 101st Street with ample parking and good accessibility. The school day typically runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with breakfast available between 7:30 and 7:50 a.m. and after-school activities continuing until 4:30 p.m.
The school is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and demonstrates Oklahoma City's early urban development. The original 1924 building remains structurally intact despite numerous expansions and modern upgrades, serving as a tangible reminder of that era.
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