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#5329 of 9,539 schools in CA
Whitman Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4050 Appleton St., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,329 of 9,539
In San Diego
#181 of 288
public schools
In district
#118 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Whitman Elementary
Whitman Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Whitman Elementary serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,329 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Whitman Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Whitman Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Whitman Elementary runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Whitman Elementary 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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Whitman Elementary — Students at Whitman Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.5/10.
How Whitman Elementary Compares
See how Whitman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4050 Appleton St., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cadman Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Field Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Curie Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Field Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Spreckels Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| University City High San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitman Elementary
What grades does Whitman Elementary serve?
Whitman Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Whitman Elementary?
Whitman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitman Elementary rank in CA?
Whitman Elementary ranks #5,329 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Whitman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Whitman Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitman Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whitman Elementary a charter school?
No, Whitman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitman Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whitman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitman Elementary?
73.8% of students at Whitman Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (858) 935-2900
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #118 of 174
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