Serving 654 students in grades 6-8, Whiteaker Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whiteaker Middle School serves the northern part of Salem, OR, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whiteaker Middle School's student population of 654 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Whiteaker Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiteaker Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
27%
Black
2%
2%
White
49%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiteaker Middle School's ranking?
Whiteaker Middle School is ranked #579 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Whiteaker Middle School?
654 students attend Whiteaker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Whiteaker Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whiteaker Middle School?
Whiteaker Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whiteaker Middle School offer ?
Whiteaker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whiteaker Middle School part of?
Whiteaker Middle School is part of Salem-Keizer SD 24j School District.
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