Serving 675 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- 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
School Overview
Whittier Middle School - 08's student population of 675 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 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
8%
2%
Hispanic
29%
9%
Black
28%
3%
White
20%
66%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
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 Brandon Valley Middle School - 02, Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 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?
675 students attend Whittier Middle School - 08.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Whittier Middle School - 08 students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
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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