Serving 1,802 students in grades 9-12, Whittier High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whittier High School's student population of 1,802 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whittier High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier High School is 0.13, 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
#1311 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier High School's ranking?
Whittier High School is ranked #1311 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Whittier High School often compared to?
Whittier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer High School, California High School, La Serna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whittier High School?
The graduation rate of Whittier High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whittier High School?
1,802 students attend Whittier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Whittier High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whittier High School?
Whittier High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whittier High School offer ?
Whittier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whittier High School part of?
Whittier High School is part of Whittier Union High School District.
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