Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 362 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Minority Enrollment: 98%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50% in CA
Math Proficiency
: 30-34% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 20-29% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
West Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Whittier Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What is West Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
West Whittier Elementary School is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Whittier Elementary School?
362 students attend West Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Whittier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Whittier Elementary School?
West Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Whittier Elementary School offer ?
West Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Whittier Elementary School part of?
West Whittier is a very special school. I am very impressed with the principal and staff. They are very kind and smart and my children love school. There are also great events for the family.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 362 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Minority Enrollment: 98%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 30-34% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 20-29% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
