Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1927 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Hispanic
39%
8%
Black
33%
15%
White
10%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #1927 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Lea Elementary School, Prairie View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
346 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Whittier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Lykins neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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