Our Mission
The Whitman Middle School Community commits itself to assure an enthusiastic and safe learning environment which promotes student achievement academically, socially, technologically and ethically in our multicultural middle school through the teamwork of students, staff, parents, and the community.




Whitman Middle School
9201 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98117
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(206) 252-1200 Office
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Marcus Whitman Middle School is an ethnically diverse middle school located in Ballard, in northwest Seattle. It prides itself on dedicated staff, academic achievement, successful sports programs and an active PTSA.

At Whitman, the goal is to help every child reach their potential by providing challenging curriculum in an environment where every child feels safe and also to help each child develop pride in self and community: Whitman pride.

Who Was Marcus Whitman?
Read about Whitman's history here >

Driving Directions
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I-5 Northbound

  1. Take exit 172 to merge onto N 85th St toward Aurora Ave N
  2. Turn right at 15th Ave NW
  3. Turn left to stay on 15th Ave NW
  4. Whitman is located on your left just past the Soundview Playfield

I-5 Southbound

  1. Take exit 173 for Northgate Way toward 1st Ave N
  2. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Northgate Way Westbound
  3. Turn right at N Northgate Way
  4. Continue on N 105th St
  5. Slight left at Holman Rd N
  6. Turn right at Mary Ave NW
  7. Turn left at NW 92nd St
  8. Whitman is located directly in front of you as you come to 15th Ave NW