Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Whiteaker Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiteaker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whiteaker Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whiteaker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiteaker Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiteaker Middle School's ranking?
Whiteaker Middle School is ranked #528 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Whiteaker Middle School?
682 students attend Whiteaker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Whiteaker Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whiteaker Middle School?
Whiteaker Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whiteaker Middle School offer ?
Whiteaker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Whiteaker Middle School part of?
Whiteaker Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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