Excellent
#336 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 15% in state
Whittier Elementary School
Elementary School · Seattle School District No. 1
1320 NW 75 ST, Seattle, WA 98117
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#336 of 2,228
In Seattle
#53 of 123
public schools
In district
#51 of 106
Seattle School District No. 1
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Whittier Elementary School
Whittier Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Seattle School District No. 1. Whittier Elementary School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #336 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Whittier Elementary School — Students at Whittier Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Whittier Elementary School Compares
See how Whittier Elementary School 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
1320 NW 75 ST, Seattle, WA 98117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Viewlands Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adams Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ballard High School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Salmon Bay K-8 School Seattle | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| MATHEIA SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Whitman Middle School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Loyal Heights Elementary School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| West Woodland Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| North Beach Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Adams Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| NORTH SEATTLE FRENCH SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Licton Springs K-8 Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PACIFIC CREST SCHOOL Seattle | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Viewlands Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| KAPKA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| SEATTLE AREA GERMAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Lawton Elementary School Seattle | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,500
Median Home Value
$1,028,100
Median Rent
$2,197/mo
Population
35,147
College Educated
74.8%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Artondale Elementary School Gig Harbor, WA | 8.3 |
| Brownsville Elementary Bremerton, WA | 8.3 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School Duvall, WA | 8.3 |
| Columbia Elementary School Woodland, WA | 8.3 |
| Fidalgo Elementary Anacortes, WA | 8.3 |
| Grant Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.3 |
Compare Whittier Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareWhittier Elementary School vs Hawthorne Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +1.3 vs Whittier Elementary School
- CompareWhittier Elementary School vs Viewlands Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.4/10 +1.1 vs Whittier Elementary School
- CompareWhittier Elementary School vs Catharine Blaine K-8 SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.4/10 +1.1 vs Whittier Elementary School
- CompareWhittier Elementary School vs Stevens Elementary SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.6/10 +1.3 vs Whittier Elementary School
- CompareWhittier Elementary School vs Dearborn Park International SchoolSEATTLE, WA Peer score 9.3/10 +1.0 vs Whittier Elementary School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Elementary School
What grades does Whittier Elementary School serve?
Whittier Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Elementary School rank in WA?
Whittier Elementary School ranks #336 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Whittier Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whittier Elementary School a charter school?
No, Whittier Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Whittier Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Elementary School?
7.9% of students at Whittier Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (206) 252-1650
Resources & Links
District
Seattle School District No. 1- District Enrollment
- 50,770
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,806
- District Rank
- #51 of 106
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