WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whittier Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kansas City school district, located in Kansas City, KS with about 599 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 48 teachers, Whittier Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 Kansas City, Kansas, serving students within the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) district. Situated at 295 S 10th Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, operating under a district-wide mission focused on preparing students for success in a diverse and rapidly changing world. As part of the KCKPS system, the school follows the district’s comprehensive educational standards, emphasizing foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development to ensure students are ready for middle school and beyond.

The school environment at Whittier reflects the district's commitment to inclusivity and academic growth for its diverse student body. By utilizing the resources of the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools network, Whittier provides students with access to structured curriculum, instructional support, and various extracurricular opportunities designed to foster both intellectual and personal development. For families seeking specific information regarding enrollment, academic calendars, or current school initiatives, the district’s website at [http://www.kckps.org](http://www.kckps.org) serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and community resources.

For more information, contact Whittier Elem at (913) 627-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.