Serving 654 students in grades 6-8, Marcus Whitman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcus Whitman Middle School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marcus Whitman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcus Whitman Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1501 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcus Whitman Middle School's ranking?
Marcus Whitman Middle School is ranked #1501 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Marcus Whitman Middle School often compared to?
Marcus Whitman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Marcus Whitman Middle School?
654 students attend Marcus Whitman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Marcus Whitman Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcus Whitman Middle School?
Marcus Whitman Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marcus Whitman Middle School offer ?
Marcus Whitman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marcus Whitman Middle School part of?
Marcus Whitman Middle School is part of South Kitsap School District.
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