Serving 1,094 students in grades 6-8, Whittier Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whittier Middle School's student population of 1,094 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whittier Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#452 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Middle School's ranking?
Whittier Middle School is ranked #452 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Whittier Middle School often compared to?
Whittier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Middle School, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Whittier Middle School?
1,094 students attend Whittier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Whittier Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whittier Middle School?
Whittier Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whittier Middle School offer ?
Whittier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Whittier Middle School part of?
Whittier Middle School is part of Norman School District.
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