Needs Improvement
#9245 of 9,539 schools in CA
Whittier Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
1761 Walnut Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,245 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#77 of 77
public schools
In district
#82 of 82
Long Beach Unified
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About Whittier Elementary
Whittier Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Whittier Elementary serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,245 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Whittier Elementary runs 25.2:1 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.
48% 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 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA 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 Compares
See how Whittier Elementary 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
1761 Walnut Ave., Long Beach, CA 90813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burbank Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Signal Hill Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Signal Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Robinson Academy Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Jessie Nelson Academy Signal Hill | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| New Hope Academy of Change Long Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| The Muse Academy Long Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Signal Hill Elementary Signal Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Olivia Nieto Herrera Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Franklin Classical Middle Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Burbank Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Montessori On Elm Long Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,302
Median Home Value
$543,700
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
51,689
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
15%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
33.5
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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 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary is 25.2:1. 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 #9,245 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 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% 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?
83.9% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (562) 599-6263
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #82 of 82
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