Serving 903 students in grades 6-8, Whitewater Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitewater Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whitewater Middle School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitewater Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitewater Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
58%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitewater Middle School's ranking?
Whitewater Middle School is ranked #180 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Whitewater Middle School often compared to?
Whitewater Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rising Starr Middle School, Booth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Whitewater Middle School?
903 students attend Whitewater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Whitewater Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitewater Middle School?
Whitewater Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whitewater Middle School offer ?
Whitewater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Whitewater Middle School part of?
Whitewater Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break for Students
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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