Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 142 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
21%
9%
White
32%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
142 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
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 Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Town of Lake neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Town of Lake.
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