Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Daniel Phelan Language Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Phelan Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Daniel Phelan Language Academy's student population of 503 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Daniel Phelan Language Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel Phelan Language Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2048 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Phelan Language Academy's ranking?
Daniel Phelan Language Academy is ranked #2048 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Daniel Phelan Language Academy often compared to?
Daniel Phelan Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Daniel Phelan Language Academy?
503 students attend Daniel Phelan Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Daniel Phelan Language Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel Phelan Language Academy?
Daniel Phelan Language Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Daniel Phelan Language Academy offer ?
Daniel Phelan Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Daniel Phelan Language Academy part of?
Daniel Phelan Language Academy is part of Whittier City Elementary School District.
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