THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY

THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the TULSA school district, located in Tulsa, OK with about 648 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 31 teachers, THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, serves as a specialized middle school within the Tulsa Public Schools district. Distinguished by its "demonstration" status, the school functions as a laboratory for best practices in education, emphasizing high academic standards, innovative instructional strategies, and a collaborative learning environment. It is designed to serve as a model for other schools in the district, focusing on rigorous curriculum delivery and the professional development of its teaching staff to ensure students are well-prepared for high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, Thoreau is known for fostering a structured and supportive school culture. The school typically integrates a variety of extracurricular activities, technology-rich classrooms, and community engagement initiatives to provide a well-rounded experience for its diverse student body. By prioritizing both scholarly achievement and student character development, THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY aims to create an environment where middle-grade students can cultivate critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity in a goal-oriented setting.

For more information, contact THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY at (918) 833-9700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.