Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whitney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitney Elementary serves the west part of Yakima, WA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitney Elementary School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitney Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1263 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitney Elementary School's ranking?
Whitney Elementary School is ranked #1263 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Whitney Elementary School?
433 students attend Whitney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Whitney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitney Elementary School?
Whitney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whitney Elementary School offer ?
Whitney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitney Elementary School part of?
Whitney Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Mrs. Roberts is a wonderful teacher for kindergarten.. Other staff seem to be very welcoming and friendly. Its an all around great school i wish that the kids were nice to other kids and they enforced no bullying
1 10/10/2025
For the last 3 years that my child had been attending the school, it breaks my heart to know that when bullying is brought to their attention they do nothing except blaming the child being bullied or brushing it off with that child is like that to everyone. The experience with this school has made my child grow to hate school which worries me to the core. No of the teachers that we have dealt with have been willing to listen and work with us when it came to my child and their solution to everything is put them on pills especially when the doctors and other instructors such as coaches and what not say the child does not need pills. I hope this review sheds light on the problems at hand and the school can re-evaluate it's the approach when it comes to dealing with all students.
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