Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, Whitford Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitford Middle School serves the southeastern part of Beaverton, OR, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the school's edge and some at a distance of up to 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitford Middle School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings
Whitford 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 Whitford Middle School is 0.66, 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
#565 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
57%
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Hawaiian
1%
1%
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Two or more races
9%
8%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitford Middle School's ranking?
Whitford Middle School is ranked #565 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Whitford Middle School?
770 students attend Whitford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Whitford Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitford Middle School part of?
Whitford Middle School is part of Beaverton SD 48j School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitford Middle School located?
Whitford Middle School is located in the Denney Whitford neighborhood of Beaverton, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Denney Whitford.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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