Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Oak Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Park Middle School serves the eastern part of Lake Charles, LA, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Park Middle School's student population of 388 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Park Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1009 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
6%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Middle School's ranking?
Oak Park Middle School is ranked #1009 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Middle School?
388 students attend Oak Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Oak Park Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Park Middle School?
Oak Park Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Park Middle School offer ?
Oak Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Park Middle School part of?
Oak Park Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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