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#509 of 864 schools in NM
Whittier Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1110 QUINCY ST SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#509 of 864
In Albuquerque
#95 of 190
public schools
In district
#80 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
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About Whittier Elementary
Whittier Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Whittier Elementary serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Whittier Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
74% 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: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM 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: 6.9/10.
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
1110 QUINCY ST SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIEN AGUAS INTERNATIONAL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ZIA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CESAR CHAVEZ COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| WILSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| VOZ COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| HIGHLAND HIGH Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLAND AUTISM CENTER Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | — |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW MEXICO ACADEMY FOR THE MEDIA ARTS Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| BANDELIER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| VAN BUREN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WHERRY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| LA MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 1.0 Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CIEN AGUAS INTERNATIONAL Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,578
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
35,985
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos, NM | 5.8 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 5.8 |
| COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| DON CECILIO MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
| SUNSET MESA SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Elementary
What grades does Whittier Elementary serve?
Whittier Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Whittier Elementary?
Whittier Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary is 9.3:1. 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 NM?
Whittier Elementary ranks #509 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Whittier Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
101.4% 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.4%
- Phone
- (505) 255-2008
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #80 of 169
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