Serving 102 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Whitman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitman Elementary serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitman Elementary School's student population of 102 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Motto
The Whitman Way is I will be safe. I will be responsible. I will be respectful. I will be kind. And, my character counts!
School Rankings
Whitman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitman Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#6013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitman Elementary School's ranking?
Whitman Elementary School is ranked #6013 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Whitman Elementary School often compared to?
Whitman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Whitman Elementary School?
102 students attend Whitman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Whitman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitman Elementary School?
Whitman Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whitman Elementary School offer ?
Whitman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Whitman Elementary School part of?
Whitman Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Whitman Elementary School located?
Whitman Elementary School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
School Calendar
View the Whitman Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of LatinX Heritage Month
September 15, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of Dyslexia Awareness Month
October 01, 2026 (Thursday)
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