OAK HARBOR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Oak Harbor Intermediate School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Oak Harbor School District school district, located in Oak Harbor, WA with about 900 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th 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 44 teachers, Oak Harbor Intermediate School 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.

Oak Harbor Intermediate School, located at 150 SW Sixth Ave. in Oak Harbor, Washington, serves as a key educational hub for students in the upper elementary and middle school transition years. As part of the Oak Harbor Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development. Its curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between primary schooling and secondary education, focusing on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies within a supportive classroom environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community, which is notably influenced by its proximity to the Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Because of this, the school environment is accustomed to serving a diverse student body, including many military-connected families. The staff at Oak Harbor Intermediate emphasizes a collaborative culture, encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities and fostering a sense of belonging to ensure that every student feels prepared for the academic challenges of middle and high school.

For more information, contact Oak Harbor Intermediate School at (360) 279-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.