Whittier Elementary School

916 Oakes Ave.
Everett, WA 98201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (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 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 422 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 10% in WA
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Whittier Elementary serves the northern part of Everett, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Whittier Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Motto
Inspire, educate, and prepare each student to achieve to high standards, contribute to our community, and thrive in a global society.

School Rankings

Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.56, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#130 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

72%
41%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

75-79%
53%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
4%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
18%
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
63%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
37%
0.56

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
24.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%

Showing 2014–2025. 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 #130 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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?
422 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Northwest Everett neighborhood of Everett, WA.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 422 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Whittier Elementary serves the northern part of Everett, WA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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