Waldon Middle School

www.lakeorionschools.org

514 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Waldon Middle School is a public school located in Lake Orion, Michigan, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Lake Orion Community Schools district, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with personal development. The campus is designed to foster a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to transition successfully from elementary school to high school, focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being.

The school offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and various student clubs, which play a significant role in the school's culture. By emphasizing collaboration, community involvement, and the use of modern technology in the classroom, Waldon Middle School strives to prepare its students to be productive, engaged citizens. For families seeking more specific information regarding school policies, curriculum updates, or staff directories, the district’s official website at www.lakeorion.k12.mi.us serves as the primary resource for news and school-wide communications.

514

Total Students

36.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

26.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waldon Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	390
Hispanic	49
Black	14
Asian	18
Two or More	43

White
390 (75.9%)
Hispanic
49 (9.5%)
Two or More
43 (8.4%)
Asian
18 (3.5%)
Black
14 (2.7%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Lake Orion Community Schools
Phone:	(248)391-1100
Website:	http://www.lakeorionschools.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	514
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	122
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 161

Grade 7 168

Grade 8 185