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#2624 of 3,813 schools in IL
Whittier Primary School
Elementary School · Peoria SD 150
1619 W Fredonia Ave, Peoria, IL 61606
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,624 of 3,813
In Peoria
#14 of 34
public schools
In district
#9 of 25
Peoria SD 150
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Whittier Primary School
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About Whittier Primary School
Whittier Primary School is a public elementary school in Peoria, IL, part of Peoria SD 150. Whittier Primary School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,624 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Primary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whittier Primary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Whittier Primary School 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 Primary School — Students at Whittier Primary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL 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: 6.7/10.
How Whittier Primary School Compares
See how Whittier Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1619 W Fredonia Ave, Peoria, IL 61606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Trewyn Primary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| The Elise Ford Allen Academy Peoria | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Franklin Primary School Peoria | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Harold B Dawson Middle School West Peoria | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Manual High School Peoria | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Peoria High School Peoria | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Quest Charter School Academy Peoria | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Sterling Middle School Peoria | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School Peoria | 2.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Trewyn Primary School Peoria | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| KIEFER SCHOOL Peoria | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr Peoria | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Peoria | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School Peoria | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SOUTH SIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peoria | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Peoria | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Peoria | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,023
Median Home Value
$119,800
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
6,979
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
42.3%
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
22.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland, IL | 5.4 |
| Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High Sch Hardin, IL | 5.4 |
| Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL | 5.4 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills, IL | 5.4 |
| Carroll Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Primary School
What grades does Whittier Primary School serve?
Whittier Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Whittier Primary School?
Whittier Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Primary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Primary School rank in IL?
Whittier Primary School ranks #2,624 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Whittier Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Primary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whittier Primary School a charter school?
No, Whittier Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Primary School a Title I school?
No, Whittier Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Primary School?
77.8% of students at Whittier Primary School 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Peoria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (309) 672-6569
Resources & Links
District
Peoria SD 150- District Enrollment
- 12,713
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,400
- District Rank
- #9 of 25
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