WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whittier Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newport-Mesa Unified school district, located in Costa Mesa, CA with about 675 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 27 teachers, Whittier Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Whittier Elementary School is a public school located in Costa Mesa, California, operating under the Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD). Serving students from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is situated in a vibrant coastal community and is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment. The school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," integrating core curriculum standards with programs designed to build character, social-emotional skills, and a lifelong love of learning.

As a member of the NMUSD, Whittier Elementary benefits from the resources and collaborative network of a large district while maintaining a community-focused campus culture. The school works closely with families and the local community to provide diverse enrichment opportunities, including extracurricular activities and specialized support services to ensure all students can succeed. Through a focus on collaboration and innovation, Whittier aims to prepare its diverse student body for academic success in middle school and beyond, while nurturing students to become responsible and engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Whittier Elementary at (949) 515-6990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.