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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-5

Daniel Phelan Language Academy

Whittier City Elementary · Los Angeles County · 7150 South Cully Avenue, Whittier, CA 90606-1718

(562) 789-3210 · phelan.whittiercity.net

8/10
#1334
Rank 1334 out of 5,722
Top 23%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1251 · 78th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #962 · 83rd percentile
Science6/10 · #2374 · 58th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Daniel Phelan Language Academy sits in Whittier, a city that blends suburban comfort with a strong sense of local pride and deep Southern California roots. As a language-focused elementary school, it draws families who want more than a standard curriculum — the kind of parents who see bilingual or multilingual learning as a genuine advantage their kids will carry for life. With solid English and math performance well above state midpoints, it's a strong fit for families in the 90606 zip code looking for an academically grounded school with a distinctive identity.

Student Demographics

229 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
223 (97%)
Other
6 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners44 (19%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged144 (63%)
Students with Disabilities25 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

507
Enrollment
21
Teachers (FTE)
24.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #2242 · 63rd percentile

136 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found