Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W V Whitmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W V Whitmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
W V Whitmore Elementary School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We aim to encourage, motivate, and support all students, families, and community.
School Rankings
W V Whitmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W V Whitmore Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1190 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
35%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W V Whitmore Elementary School's ranking?
W V Whitmore Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are W V Whitmore Elementary School often compared to?
W V Whitmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheeler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend W V Whitmore Elementary School?
304 students attend W V Whitmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of W V Whitmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W V Whitmore Elementary School?
W V Whitmore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does W V Whitmore Elementary School offer ?
W V Whitmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W V Whitmore Elementary School part of?
W V Whitmore Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is W V Whitmore Elementary School located?
W V Whitmore Elementary School is located in the Whitmore neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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