Ocoee Middle School

Ocoee, Florida

Firm

Fanning Howey

Client

Orange County Public Schools

Area

161,732 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$16,274,712

Completion Date

08/2001

As a statewide model for educational facilities design, Ocoee Middle School reflects innovative and economical approaches to the learning environment.
The construction encompassed two classroom buildings, an art complex, a media center, a cafetorium and a music suite, all surrounding a central plaza. The design of the academic areas accommodates the school’s interdisciplinary curriculum through flexible student groupings using technology-based instructional methods.
The design features an innovative audio system to enhance classroom instruction, including microphones and transmitters worn by teachers. The school’s enhanced video systems include LCD projectors in each classroom with six–foot image areas.

“Excellent clustering of classrooms. Use of individual buildings makes for an excellent flow.”–2001 jury

Additional Information

Capacity

1,587

Cost per Sq Ft

$100.63

Citation

Middle School Citation

Featured in

2001 Architectural Portfolio

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