Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Whittier Elementary School serves the northern part of Seattle, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#93 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salmon Bay K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
346 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Ballard.
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