Serving 558 students in grades 6-8, Oak Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Park Middle School's student population of 558 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
558 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Park Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3182 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
28%
37%

Black
38%
21%

White
23%
35%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Middle School's ranking?
Oak Park Middle School is ranked #3182 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oak Park Middle School often compared to?
Oak Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Middle School?
558 students attend Oak Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Oak Park Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Park Middle School?
Oak Park Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Park Middle School offer ?
Oak Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Park Middle School part of?
Oak Park Middle School is part of Lake School District.
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