WILLIAM E. WATERS MIDDLE SCHOOL

William E. Waters Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Portsmouth City Public Schools school district, located in Portsmouth, VA with about 543 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, William E. Waters Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

William E. Waters Middle School, located at 600 Roosevelt Blvd in Portsmouth, Virginia, serves as a key educational institution within the Portsmouth Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of William E. Waters, a significant figure in local education history, and operates with a mission to provide a supportive environment that fosters academic growth, personal development, and preparation for high school success for students in the surrounding community.

The school generally serves students in grades 6 through 8, offering a curriculum that aligns with Virginia state standards while integrating extracurricular activities to encourage student engagement. As part of a district-focused community, the school emphasizes the importance of building positive relationships between staff, students, and families, aiming to bridge educational gaps and provide the resources necessary for middle-schoolers to navigate the transition into their teenage years successfully.

For more information, contact William E. Waters Middle at (757) 558-2813 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.