Serving 507 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Daniel Phelan Elementary serves the southwest part of Whittier, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 1.2 miles away.
- 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:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Daniel Phelan Language Academy's student population of 507 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Daniel Phelan Language Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 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
#2169 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Phelan Language Academy's ranking?
Daniel Phelan Language Academy is ranked #2169 out of 9,523 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, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
507 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 School District.
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