Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Whittier School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whittier School serves the southeastern part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Whittier School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Whittier School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
10%
1%
White
39%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier School's ranking?
Whittier School is ranked #398 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Whittier School often compared to?
Whittier Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Heights School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Whittier School?
500 students attend Whittier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Whittier School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier School?
Whittier School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whittier School offer ?
Whittier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Whittier School part of?
Whittier School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier School located?
Whittier School is located in the Liberty Wells neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other public schools located in Liberty Wells.
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