WHITEWATER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Whitewater Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 756 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 52 teachers, Whitewater Middle 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 Middle School, located at 10201 Running Rapids Road in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a public middle school serving the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Situated in the western part of the city near the U.S. National Whitewater Center, the school is designed to foster an environment of academic growth and student engagement. It serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that aims to prepare students for high school and beyond through a blend of core academic instruction and various elective opportunities.

As part of the CMS network, Whitewater Middle emphasizes the development of the "whole child," focusing not only on standardized test performance but also on social-emotional learning and community connection. The school provides a variety of extracurricular programs, including sports, clubs, and arts initiatives, designed to help students discover their interests and build collaborative skills. By leveraging its proximity to unique local resources and maintaining a commitment to educational equity, Whitewater Middle strives to create a supportive community that encourages students to pursue excellence in their personal and academic lives.

For more information, contact Whitewater Middle at (980) 344-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.