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Walt Whitman High

7100 Whittier Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817, United States
+1 (240) 740-4800
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/whitmanhs/
8.6
Overall Rating

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Walt Whitman High Overview

About This School

Walt Whitman High is a public high in Bethesda, Maryland, serving 2,056 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 90% proficiency in ELA and 82% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 115 teachers earning an average salary of $77,141. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 257 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup includes 57% White, 16% Asian, 13% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, and 6% Black students.

2,056
Total Students
Grade 9-12
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
115 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts90%
Mathematics82%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Montgomery County
Students per Counselor
257:1

Walt Whitman High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

90%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 80%State Avg: 44%
82%
Mathematics
City Avg: 66%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.8:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
257
Students per Counselor

Walt Whitman High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
115

Average Teacher Salary

$77,141
City Avg: $77,141
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor257:1

Walt Whitman High Student Demographics

Student Body

52.48%
Male
47.28%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,056 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White56.61%
Hispanic12.5%
Asian16.05%
Black5.93%
Two or More Races8.51%
Native American0.05%

Walt Whitman High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Walt Whitman High

Q: What is Walt Whitman High?

A: Walt Whitman High is a high public located in Bethesda.

Q: How many students attend Walt Whitman High?

A: Walt Whitman High has approximately 2,056 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Whitman High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Walt Whitman High is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Walt Whitman High

Walt Whitman High is a public high in Bethesda, Maryland, serving 2,056 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 90% proficiency in ELA and 82% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 115 teachers earning an average salary of $77,141. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 257 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup includes 57% White, 16% Asian, 13% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, and 6% Black students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Walt Whitman High - Bethesda, MD

Quick Facts about Walt Whitman High
School NameWalt Whitman High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location7100 Whittier Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817, Bethesda, MD
CountyMontgomery County
Phone+1 (240) 740-4800
Total Students2,056
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers115
Rating8.6/10
ELA Proficiency90%
Math Proficiency82%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Walt Whitman High

What is Walt Whitman High?

Walt Whitman High is a high public located in Bethesda.

How many students attend Walt Whitman High?

Walt Whitman High has approximately 2,056 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walt Whitman High?

The student-teacher ratio at Walt Whitman High is 17:1.

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