Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whittier Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whittier Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1176 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
9%
17%
White
71%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Elementary School's ranking?
Whittier Elementary School is ranked #1176 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Elementary School, Fairless Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
368 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Whittier Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Massillon City School District.
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