VERNON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Vernon Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Vernon Parish school district, located in Leesville, LA with about 384 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th 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 21 teachers, Vernon 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.

Vernon Middle School, located at 1410 Nona Street in Leesville, Louisiana, serves as a key educational institution within the Vernon Parish School District. Situated in the heart of Leesville, the school is dedicated to supporting the academic and social development of students in the middle grades. It functions as a foundational bridge between elementary education and high school, focusing on fostering a positive learning environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and civic responsibility.

The school is deeply integrated into the Leesville community, often reflecting the diverse population of the area, which includes many families connected to the nearby Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk). Vernon Middle School prioritizes a comprehensive curriculum, offering core academic subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities intended to help students explore their interests and build character. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and student well-being, the school aims to prepare its pupils for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

For more information, contact Vernon Middle School at (337) 238-1505 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.