publicmiddleGrade 6-8

West Lake Middle

4600 West Lake Rd, Apex, NC 27539, United States

+1 (919) 662-2900

http://westlakems.wcpss.net/

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West Lake Middle Overview

About This School

West Lake Middle is a public middle in Apex, North Carolina, serving 687 students in grades 6-8. The school maintains a staff of 42 teachers with an average salary of $48,823 and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 171:1 to assist the student body. Students at West Lake Middle represent a diverse demographic, with 51% female and 49% male enrollment. The student population is composed of 48% White, 27% Hispanic, 20% Black, 4% Two or More Races, and 2% Asian students.

687

Total Students

Grade 6-8

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

42 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Wake County

Students per Counselor

171:1

West Lake Middle Academics & Test Scores

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State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.8:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

171

Students per Counselor

West Lake Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$48,823

City Avg: $48,408

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor171:1

West Lake Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

49.05%

Male

50.95%

Female

Total Enrollment: 687 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White47.6%

Hispanic26.78%

Asian1.89%

Black19.51%

Two or More Races4.22%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Lake Middle

Q: What is West Lake Middle?

A: West Lake Middle is a middle public located in Apex.

Q: How many students attend West Lake Middle?

A: West Lake Middle has approximately 687 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Lake Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Lake Middle is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about West Lake Middle

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About West Lake Middle - Apex, NC

Quick Facts about West Lake Middle
School Name	West Lake Middle
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	4600 West Lake Rd, Apex, NC 27539, Apex, NC
County	Wake County
Phone	+1 (919) 662-2900
Total Students	687
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	42
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Lake Middle

What is West Lake Middle?

West Lake Middle is a middle public located in Apex.

How many students attend West Lake Middle?

West Lake Middle has approximately 687 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Lake Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at West Lake Middle is 16:1.

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