Oak Middle

Oak Middle is a top-performing public middle school serving grades 6-8 for 998 students in the highly-regarded Los Alamitos Unified School District, consistently ranking in the top 5% of all California middle schools.

The school excels academically, with student proficiency rates significantly above state averages, especially in science. What truly sets Oak Middle apart is its exceptional support for all students; it achieves top-tier rankings for specific student groups, including those in special education and from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, demonstrating success across its entire community. Furthermore, the school fosters an outstanding culture of engagement, with a chronic absenteeism rate less than a third of the state average.

Interesting comparisons highlight Oak Middle's strengths. It outperforms the other middle school in its own district, Sharon Christa McAuliffe Middle, in academics and attendance while spending less per student. Compared to other high-ranking area schools like Hilton D. Bell Intermediate, Oak Middle shows remarkable consistency and depth in supporting every student. Its ability to deliver these excellent results with the highest student-teacher ratio and lowest per-student spending in the local area suggests a highly effective and efficient learning environment.