Whittier Elementary School

Whittier Elementary School serves 373 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Westerville, Ohio. With 19 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1, providing a manageable classroom environment for young learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #476 out of 3,468 Ohio elementary schools, placing it in the 86th percentile statewide.

Students consistently achieve high proficiency rates, with 81% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading, and an impressive 82% reaching proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Whittier Elementary is situated in a well-established community where families value education highly. The surrounding neighborhood reflects economic stability, with a median household income of $90,043 and median home values around $277,900.

More than half of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an environment that strongly supports academic achievement. The area's low poverty rate of 6.4% further contributes to the school's positive learning environment. Located on East Walnut Street in this thriving suburban community of over 64,000 residents, Whittier Elementary benefits from being part of a neighborhood that prioritizes education and provides strong community support for student success.