WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whitman Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in San Diego, CA with about 193 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 9 teachers, Whitman Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Whitman Elementary School, located in the Clairemont community of San Diego, is a public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the San Diego Unified School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. The campus is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its student population through a well-rounded curriculum.

Beyond its core academic program, Whitman Elementary places a high priority on student engagement and character building. The school encourages parental involvement and community partnership to help enrich the educational experience, offering various programs and activities that help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, Whitman strives to prepare its students to become responsible, life-long learners who are well-equipped for their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Whitman Elementary at (858) 273-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.