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Leffingwell Elementary

East Whittier City Elementary · Los Angeles County · 10625 South Santa Gertrudes, Whittier, CA 90603-2441

(562) 907-6300 · www.ewcsd.org

9/10
#785
Rank 785 out of 5,722
Top 14%
English Language Arts9/10 · #580 · 90th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #639 · 89th percentile
Science8/10 · #1514 · 73rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the quieter, more residential side of Whittier — a city that feels refreshingly unhurried compared to much of LA County — Leffingwell Elementary consistently punches well above average, with particularly strong English and math scores that put it near the top tenth of California elementary schools. It's the kind of school that draws families who want suburban stability without sacrificing academic rigor, and the surrounding neighborhoods of east Whittier offer tree-lined streets, good parks, and a genuine sense of community to match. Families prioritizing a well-rounded, high-performing public school in a low-key, family-friendly corner of greater Los Angeles will find a lot to like here.

Student Demographics

285 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
214 (75%)
White
38 (13%)
Asian
12 (4%)
Multiple Races
11 (4%)
African American
5 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners17 (6%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged153 (54%)
Students with Disabilities53 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

551
Enrollment
31.3
Teachers (FTE)
17.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
20
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 Programs6/10 · #2508 · 59th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found