OAK PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Oak Park Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Calcasieu Parish school district, located in Lake Charles, LA with about 455 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 40 teachers, Oak Park Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Oak Park Middle School, located at 2200 Oak Park Blvd in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Calcasieu Parish Public School System. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the middle grades, emphasizing academic growth, character development, and preparation for high school success. By balancing rigorous core curricula with extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to meet the diverse social and intellectual needs of its student body during their formative years.

Beyond its academic mission, Oak Park Middle School plays an active role in the Lake Charles community. The campus environment focuses on promoting inclusivity and student engagement, often encouraging participation in various sports, arts programs, and academic clubs. Through a combination of experienced faculty, community partnerships, and a focus on essential 21st-century skills, the school remains committed to providing a structured pathway for students to achieve their potential and become responsible citizens within the greater Calcasieu Parish area.

For more information, contact Oak Park Middle School at (337) 217-4830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.