Heritage Middle

heritagems.wcpss.net

947 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Heritage Middle School, located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a key component of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). The school serves students in grades 6 through 8 and is known for its commitment to academic excellence and fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. As part of a larger educational complex in the Heritage community, the school emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances rigorous classroom instruction with personal growth, preparing students for the transition to high school.

Beyond its core curriculum, Heritage Middle offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, arts, and various student clubs, which allow students to explore their interests outside of traditional coursework. The school maintains a strong partnership with families and the local community, prioritizing effective communication and student engagement. By leveraging modern technology and a dedicated faculty, Heritage Middle strives to cultivate critical thinkers who are ready to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.

947

Total Students

58.4

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

16.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Heritage Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	608
Hispanic	105
Black	116
Asian	82
Two or More	34
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
608 (64.2%)
Black
116 (12.2%)
Hispanic
105 (11.1%)
Asian
82 (8.7%)
Two or More
34 (3.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)562-6204
Website:	http://heritagems.wcpss.net
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	947
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	58.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	141
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* 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 6 283

Grade 7 338

Grade 8 326

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Heritage Middle
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	283
Grade 7	338
Grade 8	326

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Heritage Middle
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	474	50.1%
Male	473	49.9%