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Whittier Elementary School

916 Oakes Ave.
Everett, WA 98201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 433 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 10% in WA
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Whittier Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Motto
Inspire, educate, and prepare each student to achieve to high standards, contribute to our community, and thrive in a global society.

School Rankings

Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#130 out of 2088 schools
(Top 10%)
72%
41%
75-79%
53%
80-84%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
62%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
433 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Northwest Everett neighborhood of Everett, WA.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 433 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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