Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Whittier Elementary 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Whittier Elementary serves the southwest part of Whittier, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Whittier Elementary School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child Will Attend College in the Future
School Rankings
West Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Whittier Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
89%
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
7%
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)29.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 West Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
West Whittier Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
West Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Phelan Language Academy, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Whittier Elementary School?
346 students attend West Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Whittier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Whittier Elementary School?
West Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Whittier Elementary School offer ?
West Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Whittier Elementary School part of?
West Whittier Elementary School is part of Whittier City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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