Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inquiry is a primary strategy used to integrate higher-order thinking, questioning and application of content knowledge.
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#700 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Elementary School, Douglass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
293 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Whittier neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Whittier.
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