At a glance
Reported students
290
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
11.66
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington middle enrollment
18th percentile
Compared with 382 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
290
South Whidbey Middle: 290 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
24.9:1 reported; state peer median 19.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 174
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10.08
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.3:1
What the reported data says about South Whidbey Middle
South Whidbey Middle is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Langley. It is one of 5 current school records connected to South Whidbey School District. NCES reports 290 students for 2024–25.
Among 382 middle schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 611 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 18th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.9:1, above the Washington median of 19.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (80.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (9%). Students served under IDEA represent 10.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking South Whidbey Middle
- 1How do the reported 24.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 11.66 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 10.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 34.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.25
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.33
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White80.7%
- Hispanic9%
- Black0.3%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in South Whidbey School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
South Whidbey High School
High · Grades 09–12
390 reported students
South Whidbey Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
485 reported students
South Whidbey Academy
High · Grades 10–12
42 reported students
South Whidbey Special Services
Elementary · Grades PK–01
0 reported students
Public schools near South Whidbey Middle
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Whidbey High School High · South Whidbey School District | 09–12 | 390 | under 0.1 mi |
| South Whidbey Academy High · South Whidbey School District | 10–12 | 42 | under 0.1 mi |
| South Whidbey Special Services Elementary · South Whidbey School District | PK–01 | 0 | 0.2 mi |
| Olympic View Middle School Middle · Mukilteo School District | 06–08 | 851 | 7.2 mi |
| Harbour Pointe Middle School Middle · Mukilteo School District | 06–08 | 803 | 8.7 mi |
| Explorer Middle School Middle · Mukilteo School District | 06–08 | 777 | 9.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about South Whidbey Middle
What grades does South Whidbey Middle serve?
South Whidbey Middle reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in South Whidbey School District.
How many students attend South Whidbey Middle?
South Whidbey Middle reported 290 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 18th percentile among 382 Washington middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 174 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at South Whidbey Middle?
The calculated ratio is 24.9:1, based on 290 students and 11.66 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is South Whidbey Middle a public, charter, or magnet school?
South Whidbey Middle is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on South Whidbey School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of South Whidbey Middle students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
34.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is South Whidbey Middle in?
South Whidbey Middle is part of South Whidbey School District, based in Langley, WA, which operates 5 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near South Whidbey Middle?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include South Whidbey High School (under 0.1 mi), South Whidbey Academy (under 0.1 mi), South Whidbey Special Services (0.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.