WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whitman Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Portland SD 1J school district, located in Portland, OR with about 267 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 16 teachers, Whitman 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.

Whitman Elementary School is a public school located in the Brentwood-Darlington neighborhood of Southeast Portland, operating under the Portland Public Schools (PPS) district. Serving a diverse student body from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is deeply integrated into its surrounding residential community. Its mission focuses on fostering an inclusive environment that supports academic growth while promoting social-emotional development, ensuring that students from various backgrounds feel welcomed and supported throughout their foundational years of education.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that blends core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities aimed at preparing students for middle school success. As part of the larger PPS system, Whitman benefits from district-wide initiatives designed to improve educational equity and student outcomes. The school community often relies on a partnership between faculty, parents, and local stakeholders to maintain a collaborative atmosphere, aiming to create a safe, engaging, and challenging learning environment for every child.

For more information, contact Whitman Elementary School at (503) 916-6370 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.