Very Good
#2635 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Wallen L. Andrews
Elementary School · Whittier City Elementary
1010 South Caraway Dr., Whittier, CA 90601
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,635 of 9,539
In Whittier
#17 of 42
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Whittier City Elementary
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Wallen L. Andrews
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About Wallen L. Andrews
Wallen L. Andrews is a public elementary school in Whittier, CA, part of Whittier City Elementary. Wallen L.
Andrews serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallen L. Andrews has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,635 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wallen L. Andrews show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Wallen L. Andrews 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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Wallen L. Andrews — Students at Wallen L. Andrews score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Wallen L. Andrews Compares
See how Wallen L. Andrews 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
1010 South Caraway Dr., Whittier, CA 90601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallen L. Andrews may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Temple (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby South El Monte), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Don Julian Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby La Puente), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Monte Vista Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby El Monte), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Whittier, see our Whittier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View High El Monte | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Don Julian Elementary La Puente | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Maxson Elementary El Monte | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Parkview Elementary El Monte | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Monte Vista Elementary El Monte | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Willard F. Payne Elementary El Monte | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Baker Elementary El Monte | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Orange Grove Middle Hacienda Heights | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Torch Middle La Puente | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Palm Elementary Hacienda Heights | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Louis of France La Puente | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST LOUIS OF FRANCE La Puente | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Epiphany Catholic South El Monte | 1.9 mi | — |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL South El Monte | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Twin Lakes Elementary El Monte | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| De Anza Elementary Baldwin Park | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| New Temple South El Monte | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Bassett Senior High La Puente | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Robles Academy Hacienda Heights | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| South El Monte High South El Monte | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,267
Median Home Value
$729,000
Median Rent
$1,862/mo
Population
30,472
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallen L. Andrews
What grades does Wallen L. Andrews serve?
Wallen L. Andrews serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wallen L. Andrews?
Wallen L. Andrews has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallen L. Andrews?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallen L. Andrews is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallen L. Andrews rank in CA?
Wallen L. Andrews ranks #2,635 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wallen L. Andrews's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallen L. Andrews has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Wallen L. Andrews?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallen L. Andrews has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wallen L. Andrews a charter school?
No, Wallen L. Andrews is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallen L. Andrews a Title I school?
No, Wallen L. Andrews is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallen L. Andrews?
64.9% of students at Wallen L. Andrews qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (562) 789-3140
Resources & Links
District
Whittier City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,366
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,550
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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