Serving 809 students in grades 6-8, Whitford 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 44% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Whitford Middle School's student population of 809 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitford 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 Whitford Middle School is 0.66, 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
#586 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
41%
25%
Black
3%
3%
White
41%
59%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitford Middle School's ranking?
Whitford Middle School is ranked #586 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Whitford Middle School often compared to?
Whitford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conestoga Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Whitford Middle School?
809 students attend Whitford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Whitford Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitford Middle School?
Whitford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitford Middle School offer ?
Whitford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Whitford Middle School part of?
Whitford Middle School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitford Middle School located?
Whitford Middle School is located in the Denney Whitford neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Denney Whitford.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2008
Whitford is a great school where you can make tons of friends and improve your grades. Band is wonderful. I didn't even know how to play the trumpet, but our friendly, awesome band teacher taught me and now my whole class sounds brilliant! I absolutely love this school!
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