Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Whitman Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitman Middle School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whitman Middle School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Whitman Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitman Middle School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitman Middle School's ranking?
Whitman Middle School is ranked #177 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Whitman Middle School often compared to?
Whitman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salmon Bay K-8 School, Robert Eagle Staff Middle School, Hamilton International Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Whitman Middle School?
633 students attend Whitman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Whitman Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitman Middle School?
Whitman Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitman Middle School offer ?
Whitman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitman Middle School part of?
Whitman Middle School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Whitman Middle School located?
Whitman Middle School is located in the North Beach And Blue Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Beach And Blue Ridge.
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