WAYNE MIDDLE / HIGH ACADEMY

Wayne Middle / High Academy is a Title I public school that is part of the Wayne County Public Schools school district, located in Goldsboro, NC with about 73 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 10 teachers, Wayne Middle / High Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Wayne Middle / High Academy, located at 801 N. Lionel St. in Goldsboro, North Carolina, serves as an alternative educational environment within the Wayne County Public Schools district. Designed to support students who may benefit from a more personalized or non-traditional setting, the academy focuses on providing a structured, supportive atmosphere that encourages academic growth and behavioral development. By offering a smaller school community, the staff aims to help students who have struggled in conventional school settings stay on track for graduation and future success.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while catering to the specific needs of its diverse student body. Through a combination of academic instruction, individualized support, and a focus on social-emotional learning, Wayne Middle / High Academy works to empower students to overcome educational barriers. The school serves as a vital resource for families in the Goldsboro area, aiming to prepare its students for a successful transition back to a comprehensive school environment or for post-secondary opportunities.

For more information, contact Wayne Middle / High Academy at (919) 580-3609 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.