WAKEFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Wakefield Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Raleigh, NC with about 944 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 54 teachers, Wakefield Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Wakefield Middle School, located in the Wakefield community of North Raleigh, is part of the Wake County Public School System. The school serves a diverse suburban population and is known for its commitment to academic growth, character development, and creating a supportive environment for students transitioning from elementary to high school. With a focus on preparing students for future success, the school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and various student-led clubs.

The school is well-regarded for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a significant role in fostering a collaborative learning culture. Beyond the standard core subjects, Wakefield Middle offers elective pathways that encourage students to explore technology, performing arts, and foreign languages. By utilizing the resources of the larger Wake County district, the school maintains a balance between high academic standards and a personalized approach to student wellness and social-emotional learning, ensuring that students are well-rounded and ready for the challenges of secondary education.

For more information, contact Wakefield Middle at (919) 562-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2300 Wakefield Pines Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
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WAKEFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Raleigh, NC with about 944 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
944
Teachers:
54.1
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 944 students

White
63.5%
Black or African American
19.9%
Hispanic/Latino
9.3%
Two or more races
3.5%
Asian
3.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

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.