OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL

OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the COLUMBIA 93 school district, located in COLUMBIA, MO with about 568 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 47 teachers, OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 3405 Oakland Place in Columbia, Missouri, is part of the Columbia Public Schools district. Serving students in the northern area of the city, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. Like many middle schools in the district, Oakland emphasizes a middle-level philosophy that focuses on the unique transition period of early adolescence, providing students with opportunities to explore their interests through a variety of elective courses and extracurricular activities.

The school is known for its commitment to creating an inclusive community where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and participate in school culture. OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL works to prepare its student body for the transition to high school by building strong foundations in core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science. With its central location in the Oakland neighborhood, the school remains a key educational hub that prioritizes student growth, community involvement, and the cultivation of a supportive learning climate.

For more information, contact OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL at (573) 214-3220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.