Wood Memorial Middle School

Wood Memorial Middle School is a regular public middle school located in Oakland City, Indiana, nestled within the rural setting of Gibson County. The school serves students from sixth to eighth grade and has an enrollment of 168 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, ensuring that each student receives individual attention and support. With 12 full-time equivalent teachers, Wood Memorial Middle School aims to provide a strong educational foundation.

The school’s academic performance is currently in the lower half of Indiana's middle schools, ranking at #851 out of 1831. The MySchoolScout rating reflects this with a score of 5.1/10 and an academic score of 3.9/10. In terms of proficiency rates, only 23% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and 22% in Math, while no students have reached proficiency levels in Science.

While these numbers indicate areas for improvement, the school is dedicated to fostering student development and growth. Wood Memorial Middle School is a community-focused institution situated in a rural area where it plays an essential role in providing quality education and supporting local families.

With an enrollment of 168 students, Wood Memorial Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Wood Memorial Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.