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Whitman Middle School

Seattle School District No. 1 · King County · 9201 15 AV NW, Seattle, WA 98117.0

(206)252-1200

10/10
#32
Rank 32 out of 408
Top 8%
English Language Arts10/10 · #36 · 91st percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #50 · 88th percentile
Science10/10 · #17 · 96th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Whitman Middle School sits in the heart of northwest Seattle, serving families from neighborhoods like Ballard, Crown Hill, and Loyal Heights — areas known for their walkable streets, indie coffee shops, and a strong sense of community. The school's standout science scores reflect a genuine strength in STEM, while solid English and math numbers round out a well-balanced academic experience that appeals to families who want rigorous middle school preparation without the pressure of a specialized magnet program. If you're raising kids in this corner of the city and value a neighborhood school with real academic depth, Whitman is the kind of place that tends to make parents feel like they landed in the right spot.

Student Demographics

635 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
463 (73%)
Multiple Races
80 (13%)
Hispanic
50 (8%)
Asian
18 (3%)
Other
24 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners23 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged112 (18%)
Students with Disabilities110 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

633
Enrollment
35
Teachers (FTE)
18.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
32.2
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #15 · 97th percentile

246 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found