Needs Improvement
#9242 of 9,539 schools in CA
Whittier Elementary
Elementary School · Hemet Unified
400 West Whittier Ave., Hemet, CA 92543
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
804
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,242 of 9,539
In Hemet
#20 of 22
public schools
In district
#25 of 27
Hemet Unified
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Whittier Elementary
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About Whittier Elementary
Whittier Elementary is a public elementary school in Hemet, CA, part of Hemet Unified. Whittier Elementary serves approximately 804 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,242 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Whittier Elementary runs 22.3:1 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.
65% of students at Whittier 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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Whittier Elementary — Students at Whittier Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
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: 2.9/10.
How Whittier Elementary Compares
See how Whittier Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 West Whittier Ave., Hemet, CA 92543
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hemet Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McSweeny Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hemet, see our Hemet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Unity Educational Academy Hemet | 0.7 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center Hemet Hemet | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hemet Elementary Hemet | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Jacob Wiens Elementary Hemet | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Acacia Middle Hemet | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Diamond Valley Middle Hemet | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| McSweeny Elementary Hemet | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Alessandro High Hemet | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Academy of Innovation Hemet | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| DP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hemet | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| DP Christian School Hemet | 1.4 mi | — |
| Beardens Hemet | 1.5 mi | — |
| Rancho Veijo Hemet | 1.6 mi | — |
| Alpha Omega Christian San Jacinto | 2.0 mi | — |
| ALPHA OMEGA CHRISTIAN San Jacinto | 2.0 mi | — |
| Ramona Elementary Hemet | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hemet | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Promises School K-12 Hemet | 2.0 mi | — |
| Western Center Academy Hemet | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Fruitvale Elementary Hemet | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,002
Median Home Value
$250,800
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
39,878
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
37.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Elementary
What grades does Whittier Elementary serve?
Whittier Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Whittier Elementary?
Whittier Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 804 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Elementary rank in CA?
Whittier Elementary ranks #9,242 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Whittier Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Whittier Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whittier Elementary a charter school?
No, Whittier Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whittier Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Elementary?
92.3% of students at Whittier 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 804
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.3%
- Phone
- (951) 765-1650
Resources & Links
District
Hemet Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,736
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,819
- District Rank
- #25 of 27
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