Marcus Whitman Middle School

1887 Madrona Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Marcus Whitman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 623 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : MARCUS WHITMAN JUNIOR HIGH serves the northeast part of Port Orchard, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Marcus Whitman Middle School's student population of 623 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Marcus Whitman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcus Whitman Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1524 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

29%
41%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

42%
53%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

33%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
4%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
19%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
57%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
3%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
14%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
43%
0.62

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
1.4%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marcus Whitman Middle School's ranking?
Marcus Whitman Middle School is ranked #1524 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Marcus Whitman Middle School often compared to?
Marcus Whitman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Marcus Whitman Middle School?
623 students attend Marcus Whitman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marcus Whitman Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcus Whitman Middle School?
Marcus Whitman Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marcus Whitman Middle School offer ?
Marcus Whitman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcus Whitman Middle School part of?
Marcus Whitman Middle School is part of South Kitsap School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 623 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : MARCUS WHITMAN JUNIOR HIGH serves the northeast part of Port Orchard, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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