WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whittier Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Toledo City school district, located in Toledo, OH with about 487 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 29 teachers, Whittier Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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, located at 4221 Walker Ave in Toledo, Ohio, is a public elementary school serving students within the Toledo Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a foundational academic experience for children in the surrounding North Toledo community, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive learning environment. As part of a larger urban school district, Whittier emphasizes the development of essential literacy and numeracy skills, aiming to prepare its student body for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond academics, the school functions as a neighborhood hub that strives to create a sense of community for its students and families. Like many schools in the Toledo Public system, Whittier often integrates various extracurricular opportunities and social-emotional learning initiatives to support the holistic growth of its students. By focusing on consistent attendance and classroom engagement, the faculty and staff work to bridge achievement gaps and ensure that all students have access to the resources necessary to excel in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact Whittier Elementary School at (419) 671-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.