FOREST PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Forest Park Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Springfield school district, located in Springfield, MA with about 712 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 51 teachers, Forest Park Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Forest Park Middle School, located at 46 Oakland Street in Springfield, Massachusetts, is a public middle school serving the diverse student population of the Springfield Public Schools district. The school is situated in the historic Forest Park neighborhood, a well-established area known for its proximity to one of the largest urban parks in the United States. As part of a large urban school system, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school operates under the broader Springfield Public Schools mission, which emphasizes academic achievement, equitable access to resources, and the fostering of a supportive community environment. While specific academic programs and extracurricular offerings can vary by year, schools in this district typically focus on core curricula such as English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, often supplemented by arts, technology, and physical education. Families looking for current information regarding enrollment, specific school initiatives, or performance data can visit the official [Springfield Public Schools website](http://www.springfieldpublicschools.com).

For more information, contact Forest Park Middle at (413) 787-7420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.