WAYCROSS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Waycross Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ware County school district, located in Waycross, GA with about 578 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 40 teachers, Waycross Middle School 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.

Waycross Middle School, located at 700 Central Avenue in Waycross, Georgia, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Ware County School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of its students. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of secondary education while encouraging them to explore their interests through various classroom activities and extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Waycross Middle School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and school spirit. The administration and faculty work collaboratively to cultivate a culture of respect and responsibility, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary to become productive citizens. With its accessible location in the heart of Waycross, the school remains a vital pillar of the community, dedicated to student success and the continued advancement of local educational standards.

For more information, contact Waycross Middle School at (912) 287-2333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

700 Central Ave
Waycross, GA 31501
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WAYCROSS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Waycross, GA with about 578 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Ware County
Total Students:
578
Teachers:
40.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 578 students

Black or African American
44.3%
White
42.0%
Hispanic/Latino
6.6%
Two or more races
4.5%
Asian
2.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.