What types of schools are available in Whittier, California?

Whittier, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Whittier, California

Q: How many schools are in Whittier, California?

There are 42 schools in Whittier, California, serving 25,230 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Whittier?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Whittier, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 42 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

25,230

Total Students

Across Whittier

22.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

42 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 379 students at Loma Vista Elementary.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 23:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Loma Vista Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

13463 East Meyer Rd., Whittier, CA 90605

Lake Marie Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

10001 Carmenita Rd., Whittier, CA 90605

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Whittier

Whittier, California is home to 42 schools serving over 25,230 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Whittier, California?

There are 42 schools in Whittier, serving 25,230 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Whittier?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Whittier include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Whittier?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Whittier is 22.5:1.

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