MCLAUGHLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FINE ARTS ACADEMY

MCLAUGHLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FINE ARTS ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the POLK school district, located in LAKE WALES, FL with about 813 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 52 teachers, MCLAUGHLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FINE ARTS ACADEMY 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.

MCLAUGHLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FINE ARTS ACADEMY, located in Lake Wales, Florida, serves as a specialized educational institution within the Polk County Public Schools district. Distinguished by its dual focus, the school provides a standard middle school curriculum while simultaneously operating as a magnet-style Fine Arts Academy. This unique environment is designed to foster both academic growth and artistic development, offering students dedicated pathways to explore disciplines such as music, visual arts, dance, and theater alongside their core subjects.

The school is committed to cultivating a creative and supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to express themselves through the arts while meeting state academic standards. By integrating arts education into the daily experience, McLaughlin Middle School aims to improve student engagement, enhance critical thinking skills, and build confidence. Serving the local Lake Wales community, the institution serves as a creative hub that prepares middle-schoolers for high school transition by balancing rigorous instruction with specialized enrichment opportunities.

For more information, contact MCLAUGHLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FINE ARTS ACADEMY at (863) 678-4233 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.