Below Average
#7593 of 8,552 schools in TX
Whittier Middle
Middle School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
2101 EDISON DR, San Antonio, TX 78201
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,593 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#386 of 516
public schools
In district
#56 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Whittier Middle
Whittier Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Whittier Middle serves approximately 709 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,593 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.7
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Whittier Middle 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 — Students at Whittier Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 3.0/10.
How Whittier Middle Compares
See how Whittier Middle 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
2101 EDISON DR, San Antonio, TX 78201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OLMOS EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AGNES COTTON ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANKLIN EL San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL OF SAN ANTONIO, INC San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WILSON EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| JEFFERSON H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| STEPPING STONES ACADEMY Boerne | 1.0 mi | — |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ARNOLD EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| MAVERICK EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| COMPASS ROSE DREAM San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.1 |
| NEAL EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| WOODLAWN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL- BASSE SECONDARY San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| EDISON H S San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PRE-K ACADEMY AT WEST AVENUE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| OLMOS EL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ROGERS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| AGNES COTTON ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| NELSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,129
Median Home Value
$187,400
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
43,426
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BASTROP MIDDLE Bastrop, TX | 4.0 |
| EDWARDS-JOHNSON MEMORIAL MIDDLE Silsbee, TX | 4.0 |
| ELGIN MIDDLE Elgin, TX | 4.0 |
| GARNER MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 4.0 |
| HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston, TX | 4.0 |
| JASPER J H Jasper, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Middle
What grades does Whittier Middle serve?
Whittier Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Whittier Middle?
Whittier Middle has an enrollment of approximately 709 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Middle is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Middle rank in TX?
Whittier Middle ranks #7,593 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Whittier Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whittier Middle a charter school?
No, Whittier Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Middle a Title I school?
No, Whittier Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Middle?
91.4% of students at Whittier Middle 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
- 709
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (210) 738-9755
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #56 of 94
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