Serving 716 students in grades 6-8, Whittier Middle School - 08 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier Middle School - 08 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whittier Middle School - 08's student population of 716 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Whittier Middle School - 08 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Middle School - 08 is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#593 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
14%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
28%
8%
Black
26%
3%
White
24%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Middle School - 08's ranking?
Whittier Middle School - 08 is ranked #593 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Whittier Middle School - 08 often compared to?
Whittier Middle School - 08is often viewed alongside schools like Patrick Henry Middle School - 07, Brandon Valley Middle School - 02 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Whittier Middle School - 08?
716 students attend Whittier Middle School - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Whittier Middle School - 08 students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Middle School - 08?
Whittier Middle School - 08 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whittier Middle School - 08 offer ?
Whittier Middle School - 08 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier Middle School - 08 part of?
Whittier Middle School - 08 is part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Middle School - 08 located?
Whittier Middle School - 08 is located in the Whittier neighborhood of Sioux Falls, SD.
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