Serving 1,056 students in grades 6-8, East Whittier Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Whittier Middle School's student population of 1,056 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Whittier Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Whittier Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2907 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
86%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Whittier Middle School's ranking?
East Whittier Middle School is ranked #2907 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are East Whittier Middle School often compared to?
East Whittier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho-starbuck Intermediate, Granada Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend East Whittier Middle School?
1,056 students attend East Whittier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Whittier Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Whittier Middle School?
East Whittier Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does East Whittier Middle School offer ?
East Whittier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Whittier Middle School part of?
East Whittier Middle School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
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