WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WHITTIER ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MUSKOGEE school district, located in Muskogee, OK with about 268 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 17 teachers, WHITTIER ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Muskogee, Oklahoma, operating under the Muskogee Public Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational education in a supportive environment, emphasizing core academic subjects alongside social and emotional development. As part of the Muskogee district, Whittier is committed to the mission of preparing students for success in higher education and the workforce by fostering a culture of high expectations and academic growth.

Beyond its classroom curriculum, Whittier Elementary functions as a key community hub within Muskogee. The school participates in district-wide initiatives designed to improve student literacy, utilize educational technology, and support diverse learning needs. By engaging with families and maintaining the standard curriculum guidelines set by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, Whittier strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student involvement and long-term academic achievement.

For more information, contact WHITTIER ES at (918) 684-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1705 Cincinnati
Muskogee, OK 74403-4403
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WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Muskogee, OK with about 268 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Oklahoma

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MUSKOGEE
Total Students:
268
Teachers:
17
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 268 students

White
34.3%
Two or more races
24.6%
Hispanic/Latino
19.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
11.6%
Black or African American
9.7%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.