OAKLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oakland City Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the East Gibson School Corporation school district, located in Oakland City, IN with about 304 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Oakland City Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Oakland City Elementary School, located at 945 S Franklin St in Oakland City, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As part of the Wood Memorial school system, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on core curricula and encouraging active participation, the school strives to prepare children for their future educational endeavors while maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Gibson County area.

The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, benefiting from its relatively small size, which allows for closer interaction between teachers, students, and families. This setting promotes a personalized approach to instruction, helping educators identify and address the individual needs of their pupils. Through a combination of classroom learning, extracurricular engagement, and a commitment to school pride, Oakland City Elementary acts as a central hub for the town’s youngest learners as they build the skills necessary for long-term success.

For more information, contact Oakland City Elementary School at (812) 749-6133 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.