MARVIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Marvin Ridge Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Union County Public Schools school district, located in Waxhaw, NC with about 1,177 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 60 teachers, Marvin Ridge Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Marvin Ridge Middle School, located in Waxhaw, North Carolina, is a highly regarded public school within the Union County Public Schools (UCPS) system. Situated in a suburban community, the school serves a diverse student body and is known for maintaining a strong emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. It feeds into the widely acclaimed Marvin Ridge High School, and the campus is frequently recognized for its rigorous curriculum, including advanced coursework and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for high school success.

Beyond its academic focus, Marvin Ridge Middle School promotes a well-rounded educational experience by offering robust programs in the arts, athletics, and various student clubs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive culture that encourages parental involvement and community collaboration, which has contributed to its consistently high performance ratings within the state. By balancing high expectations for student achievement with a nurturing environment, Marvin Ridge Middle remains a cornerstone of the local community, dedicated to equipping students with the critical thinking skills necessary for future educational pursuits.

For more information, contact Marvin Ridge Middle at (704) 290-1510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2831 Crane Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
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MARVIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Waxhaw, NC with about 1,177 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,177
Teachers:
60.62
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
Not a Title I 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 1,177 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MARVIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
77.9%
Asian
11.4%
Black or African American
4.5%
Hispanic/Latino
3.4%
Two or more races
2.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%

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.