JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL

JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in OAKLAND PARK, FL with about 869 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 56 teachers, JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Oakland Park, Florida, is a public middle school serving the Broward County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and academically rigorous environment for its diverse student body. By focusing on core curriculum standards while integrating modern educational resources, the school aims to prepare students for the transition to high school and beyond.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Rickards Middle School places a significant emphasis on student engagement through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletics. The school’s mission generally reflects the broader goals of the Broward County district: to promote critical thinking, digital literacy, and personal responsibility. As part of a large urban school system, the institution utilizes the district's extensive administrative and support services to ensure that students have access to counseling, specialized instruction, and a safe learning environment.

For more information, contact JAMES S. RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (754) 322-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.