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Whittier Elementary School

4221 Walker Ave
Toledo, OH 43612
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Whittier Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 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:

School Overview

Whittier Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Whittier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whittier Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2902 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
14%
54%
22%
60%
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
44%
17%
White
26%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
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 #2902 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Whittier Elementary School often compared to?
Whittier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Larchmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
494 students attend Whittier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Whittier Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whittier Elementary School offer ?
Whittier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier Elementary School part of?
Whittier Elementary School is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Whittier Elementary School located?
Whittier Elementary School is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Points.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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