OAK PARK SCHOOL

OAK PARK SCHOOL is a Title I public school that is part of the SARASOTA school district, located in SARASOTA, FL with about 308 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 58 teachers, OAK PARK SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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 PARK SCHOOL is a specialized educational institution located in Sarasota, Florida, serving students with significant cognitive and physical disabilities. As part of the Sarasota County School District, the school is dedicated to providing a highly individualized learning environment that focuses on functional life skills, communication, and independence. Their curriculum is tailored to meet the unique needs of students who require intensive support, ensuring that every learner has the opportunity to achieve personal growth within a safe and nurturing campus.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community for both students and their families. They offer a multidisciplinary approach that often integrates therapeutic services and community-based instruction to help students transition into the broader community. By focusing on each student’s specific abilities rather than their limitations, OAK PARK SCHOOL serves as a vital resource for families in Sarasota County looking for specialized education that empowers students to reach their highest potential.

For more information, contact OAK PARK SCHOOL at (941) 361-6428 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7285 PROCTOR RD
SARASOTA, FL 34241-9398
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OAK PARK SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SARASOTA, FL with about 308 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
(Special Education School)
Charter School:*
No
District:
SARASOTA
Total Students:
308
Teachers:
58
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 308 students

White
59.7%
Black or African American
16.9%
Hispanic/Latino
16.6%
Two or more races
4.2%
Asian
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
31.2%
Male
68.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.