WHITEWATER ACADEMY
Whitewater Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 732 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, Whitewater Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Whitewater Academy, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a public elementary school serving the local community within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. As an educational institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the preparation of students for future success in middle school and beyond. The school’s curriculum aligns with state standards, integrating core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies with opportunities for creative and social development.
The school is deeply integrated into the Charlotte-Mecklenburg system, benefiting from district-wide resources while maintaining its own unique culture focused on its student body. By utilizing the official CMS school portal, Whitewater Academy facilitates communication between educators, students, and families, ensuring that stakeholders remain informed about school events, academic calendars, and district initiatives. Through its commitment to a comprehensive educational experience, Whitewater Academy strives to be a vital hub for learning and community engagement in the White Rapids Road area.
For more information, contact Whitewater Academy at (980) 343-0003 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Charlotte, NC 28214
(980) 343-0003
WHITEWATER ACADEMY is a public Title I school in Charlotte, NC with about 732 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
- Total Students:
- 732
- Teachers:
- 50.55
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 732 students
- Black or African American
- 53.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.3%
- White
- 9.0%
- Asian
- 7.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.