NORTH WOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

North Wood Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Wa-Nee Community Schools school district, located in Wakarusa, IN with about 746 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 9th 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 41 teachers, North Wood Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

North Wood Middle School, located at 301 N. Elkhart in Wakarusa, Indiana, serves as a key educational hub for the Wa-Nee Community Schools district. The school is dedicated to bridging the academic and social development gap between elementary school and the more rigorous environment of high school. By fostering a supportive and structured atmosphere, the institution focuses on equipping students in grades 6 through 8 with the foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for future success.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, North Wood Middle School emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and programs designed to help students explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build meaningful relationships with peers and mentors. With a commitment to academic excellence and personal growth, the school plays a vital role in preparing its students to become productive, responsible members of the Wakarusa community and beyond.

For more information, contact North Wood Middle School at (574) 862-2710 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.