Serving 849 students in grades 6-8, Whitewater Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whitewater Middle School's student population of 849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitewater Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitewater Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #269 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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, J.c. 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 37% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Whitewater Middle School?
849 students attend Whitewater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Whitewater Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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