West Whittier Elementary School
West Whittier Elementary School serves 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
West Whittier Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Whittier Elementary School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Whittier Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 9,659 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2018-19 school year.
The diversity score of West Whittier Elementary 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
#4001 out of 9659 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend West Whittier Elementary School?
361 students attend West Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Whittier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Whittier Elementary School?
West Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
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 Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 3/22/2020
West Whittier is a very special school. I am very impressed with the principal and staff. They are very kind and smart and my children love school. There are also great events for the family.
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