I.A. LEWIS SCHOOL

I.A. Lewis School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lincoln Parish school district, located in Ruston, LA with about 328 students. 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 19 teachers, I.A. Lewis School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

I.A. Lewis School, located at 1000 Mitchell Avenue in Ruston, Louisiana, is a public middle school serving students in the Lincoln Parish School District. The school typically serves students in the 6th grade, acting as a transitional environment within the local educational system. It is recognized for its focus on providing a foundational middle school experience that prepares students for the academic and social expectations of their secondary education years.

The school is deeply integrated into the Ruston community and emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. By focusing on core curriculum areas, extracurricular opportunities, and student character development, I.A. Lewis aims to foster both academic growth and personal responsibility. As part of the Lincoln Parish school system, the school works to align its instruction with state standards while maintaining a commitment to the success of every student within the local community.

For more information, contact I.A. Lewis School at (318) 255-5963 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.