Needs Improvement
#8719 of 9,539 schools in CA
Whitney Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
4248 Whitney Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
26.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,719 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#165 of 198
public schools
In district
#47 of 65
San Juan Unified
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About Whitney Avenue Elementary
Whitney Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Whitney Avenue Elementary serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitney Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,719 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Whitney Avenue Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Whitney Avenue Elementary runs 26.7:1 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.
50% of students at Whitney Avenue 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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Whitney Avenue Elementary — Students at Whitney Avenue Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Whitney Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Whitney Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4248 Whitney Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitney Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary (rated 4.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,331
Median Home Value
$470,900
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
38,372
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
38.1
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| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitney Avenue Elementary
What grades does Whitney Avenue Elementary serve?
Whitney Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Whitney Avenue Elementary?
Whitney Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitney Avenue Elementary is 26.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitney Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Whitney Avenue Elementary ranks #8,719 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Whitney Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitney Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Whitney Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitney Avenue Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whitney Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Whitney Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitney Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whitney Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitney Avenue Elementary?
85.5% of students at Whitney Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.1%
- Phone
- (916) 575-2407
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #47 of 65
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