Needs Improvement
#564 of 574 schools in SD
Whittier Middle School - 08
Middle School · Sioux Falls School District 49-5
930 E 6th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
2.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
2.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#564 of 574
In Sioux Falls
#42 of 44
public schools
In district
#35 of 37
Sioux Falls School District 49-5
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Whittier Middle School - 08
Middle School in Sioux Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whittier Middle School - 08
Whittier Middle School - 08 is a public middle school in Sioux Falls, SD, part of Sioux Falls School District 49-5. Whittier Middle School - 08 serves approximately 716 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Middle School - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Middle School - 08 show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- SD avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Whittier Middle School - 08 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Whittier Middle School - 08 — Students at Whittier Middle School - 08 score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Whittier Middle School - 08 Compares
See how Whittier Middle School - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
930 E 6th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Middle School - 08 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Axtell Park Middle School - 47 (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Patrick Henry Middle School - 07 (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sioux Falls, see our Sioux Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,945
Median Home Value
$244,800
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
35,282
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.1
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|---|---|
| South Middle School - 36 Rapid City, SD | 3.4 |
| North Middle School - 35 Rapid City, SD | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Middle School - 08
What grades does Whittier Middle School - 08 serve?
Whittier Middle School - 08 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Whittier Middle School - 08?
Whittier Middle School - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 716 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Middle School - 08?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Middle School - 08 is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Middle School - 08 rank in SD?
Whittier Middle School - 08 ranks #564 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Whittier Middle School - 08's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Middle School - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Whittier Middle School - 08?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Middle School - 08 has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whittier Middle School - 08 a charter school?
No, Whittier Middle School - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Middle School - 08 a Title I school?
No, Whittier Middle School - 08 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Middle School - 08?
71.6% of students at Whittier Middle School - 08 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 716
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Minnehaha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (605) 367-7620
Resources & Links
District
Sioux Falls School District 49-5- District Enrollment
- 25,216
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,457
- District Rank
- #35 of 37
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