Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whittier Elementary serves the southwest part of Frederick, MD, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 779 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
779 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yellow Springs Elementary School, Urbana Elementary School, Frederick Classical Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
779 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Whittier neighborhood of Frederick, MD.
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