WALDO J WOOD MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

Waldo J Wood Memorial High is a Title I public high school that is part of the East Gibson School Corporation school district, located in Oakland City, IN with about 256 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 28 teachers, Waldo J Wood Memorial High has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Waldo J. Wood Memorial High School, located in Oakland City, Indiana, serves as a central educational pillar for the local community as part of the East Gibson School Corporation. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment that emphasizes academic growth and student development. By maintaining smaller class sizes, the school is able to provide a more personalized approach to learning, ensuring that students receive individual attention from faculty members who are dedicated to preparing them for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Waldo J. Wood Memorial High School places a strong value on extracurricular engagement, offering a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities. These programs are designed to help students build character, leadership skills, and school spirit. The institution remains deeply integrated into the culture of Oakland City, acting not only as a place of secondary education but also as a community hub that reflects the values and traditions of the surrounding Indiana region.

For more information, contact Waldo J Wood Memorial High at (812) 749-4757 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.