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Whitman Elementary School

1120 S 39Th St, Tacoma, WA 98408, United States
+1 (253) 571-7272
2.1
Overall Rating

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Whitman Elementary School Overview

About This School

Whitman Elementary School is a public elementary in Tacoma, Washington, serving 365 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 25% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 21 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $106,339, while the school provides one counselor for every 365 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is composed of 27% Hispanic, 25% White, 19% Two or More Races, 16% Black, and 6% Asian individuals.

365
Total Students
PK-5
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
21 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics0%
Science24.5%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Pierce County
Students per Counselor
365:1

Whitman Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 52%
N/A
Mathematics
24.5%
Science
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 49%

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 18.2:1
State Avg: 19:1
365
Students per Counselor

Whitman Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
21

Average Teacher Salary

$106,339
City Avg: $100,903
State Avg: $93,190

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor365:1

Whitman Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.78%
Male
48.22%
Female
Total Enrollment: 365 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White24.66%
Hispanic27.4%
Asian5.75%
Black16.44%
Two or More Races19.45%
Native American0.82%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whitman Elementary School

Q: What is Whitman Elementary School?

A: Whitman Elementary School is a elementary public located in Tacoma.

Q: How many students attend Whitman Elementary School?

A: Whitman Elementary School has approximately 365 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Whitman Elementary School

Whitman Elementary School is a public elementary in Tacoma, Washington, serving 365 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 25% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 21 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $106,339, while the school provides one counselor for every 365 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is composed of 27% Hispanic, 25% White, 19% Two or More Races, 16% Black, and 6% Asian individuals.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Whitman Elementary School - Tacoma, WA

Quick Facts about Whitman Elementary School
School NameWhitman Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location1120 S 39Th St, Tacoma, WA 98408, Tacoma, WA
CountyPierce County
Phone+1 (253) 571-7272
Total Students365
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers21
Rating2.1/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency24.5%

Frequently Asked Questions about Whitman Elementary School

What is Whitman Elementary School?

Whitman Elementary School is a elementary public located in Tacoma.

How many students attend Whitman Elementary School?

Whitman Elementary School has approximately 365 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitman Elementary School is 16:1.

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