Serving 1,086 students in grades 6-8, East Whittier Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 49%
- Reading Proficiency: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Whittier Middle School's student population of 1,086 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,086 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Whittier Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Whittier Middle School often compared to?
East Whittier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho-starbuck Intermediate, Granada Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend East Whittier Middle School?
1,086 students attend East Whittier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East Whittier Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Whittier Middle School?
East Whittier Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does East Whittier Middle School offer ?
East Whittier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Whittier Middle School part of?
East Whittier Middle School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
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