Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Whitman Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whitman Middle School's student population of 679 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitman Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitman Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
68%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitman Middle School's ranking?
Whitman Middle School is ranked #209 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Whitman Middle School often compared to?
Whitman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salmon Bay K-8 School, Hamilton International Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Whitman Middle School?
679 students attend Whitman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Whitman Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitman Middle School?
Whitman Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whitman Middle School offer ?
Whitman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Whitman Middle School part of?
Whitman Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Whitman Middle School located?
Whitman Middle School is located in the North Beach And Blue Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Beach And Blue Ridge.
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