WHITTLE SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Whittle Springs Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 493 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 32 teachers, Whittle Springs Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Whittle Springs Middle School is a public school located in Knoxville, Tennessee, serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Knox County School District. The school is situated in the North Knoxville area and is known for its diverse student body and commitment to fostering a supportive, community-focused learning environment. Like many schools in the district, Whittle Springs emphasizes core academic development while offering various extracurricular activities and programs designed to engage students during their crucial middle school years.
The school is dedicated to preparing its students for the transition to high school by focusing on both academic achievement and personal growth. In addition to standard curriculum offerings, the school often participates in district-wide initiatives aimed at literacy, STEM education, and student leadership. By maintaining a focus on consistent improvement and community engagement, Whittle Springs Middle School strives to provide a structured and inclusive atmosphere where students from various backgrounds can develop the skills necessary for future success.
For more information, contact Whittle Springs Middle School at (865) 594-4474 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Knoxville, TN 37917
(865) 594-4474
WHITTLE SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Knoxville, TN with about 493 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Knox County
- Total Students:
- 493
- Teachers:
- 32.5
- 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
* 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 493 students
- White
- 45.2%
- Black or African American
- 27.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 22.7%
- Two or more races
- 4.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
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.