Below Average
#1807 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Whittier Elementary School
Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)
733 N LONGMORE, Mesa, AZ 85201
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,807 of 2,006
In Mesa
#115 of 129
public schools
In district
#66 of 76
Mesa Unified District (4235)
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Whittier Elementary School
Whittier Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Whittier Elementary School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,807 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Whittier Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Whittier Elementary School — Students at Whittier Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Whittier Elementary School Compares
See how Whittier Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
733 N LONGMORE, Mesa, AZ 85201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Concordia Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitman Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Webster Elementary School Mesa | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Carson Junior High School Mesa | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Westwood High School Mesa | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Emerson Elementary School Mesa | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| EVIT - East Valley Institute of Technology Mesa | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Concordia Charter School Mesa | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Guerrero Elementary School Mesa | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Mesa Distance Learning Program Mesa | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Early Education Center Mesa | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Adams Elementary School Mesa | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| TEMPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LTD Mesa | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| East Valley Academy Mesa | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Flora Thew Elementary School Tempe | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mesa | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Mesa | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| STEP UP SCHOOL Mesa | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Heritage Academy Mesa | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Redbird Elementary School Mesa | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Whitman Elementary School Mesa | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Mesa Arts Academy Mesa | 2.4 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,725
Median Home Value
$292,600
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
52,484
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
39%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
32.1
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| Cactus Wren Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
| Echo Mountain Primary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
| Glenn F Burton School Glendale, AZ | 4.0 |
| J. O. Combs Middle School San Tan Valley, AZ | 4.0 |
| Magma Ranch K8 School Florence, AZ | 4.0 |
| Mountain View School Rio Rico, AZ | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Elementary School
What grades does Whittier Elementary School serve?
Whittier Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Elementary School rank in AZ?
Whittier Elementary School ranks #1,807 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Whittier Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Whittier Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whittier Elementary School a charter school?
No, Whittier Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Whittier Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (480) 472-4900
Resources & Links
District
Mesa Unified District (4235)- District Enrollment
- 57,204
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #66 of 76
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