Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Whitford Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Whitford Middle School's student population of 781 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitford Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitford Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 740 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
42%
25%
Black
3%
2%
White
39%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #24 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
How many students attend Whitford Middle School?
781 students attend Whitford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Whitford Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitford Middle School?
Whitford Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to 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.
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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