O. B. WHALEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

O. B. Whaley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Evergreen Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 408 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, O. B. Whaley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

O.B. Whaley Elementary School is a public school located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade. As part of the Evergreen School District, the campus is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, often integrating modern instructional practices to help students build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and technology.

Beyond the classroom, O.B. Whaley is recognized for its strong sense of community and parent involvement. The school typically offers a variety of enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and seasonal events that encourage student participation and school spirit. With its focus on developing the "whole child," the school aims to cultivate social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement, preparing its students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact O. B. Whaley Elementary at (408) 270-6759 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.