Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Whittier Wolf Pack, a caring community of diverse global citizens committed to persevering and creating a positive impact on the world.
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2945 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
30%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waukegan CUSD 60 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #2945 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carman-buckner Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
438 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Whittier Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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