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Lou Henry Hoover School of Fine Arts

Whittier City Elementary · Los Angeles County · 6302 South Alta Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601-4601

(562) 789-3150 · hoover.whittiercity.net

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7/10
#2262
Rank 2262 out of 5,722
Top 40%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1900 · 67th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2768 · 52nd percentile
Science7/10 · #2158 · 61st percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the tree-lined neighborhoods of Whittier, Lou Henry Hoover School of Fine Arts blends solid academics with a creative focus that sets it apart from your typical elementary school — making it a natural fit for families who want more than just the basics for their kids. The fine arts integration gives students a richer school experience, and the school's strong English performance suggests the literacy foundation is real, not just a tagline. Whittier itself has a warm, small-town feel despite being well within the greater LA area, with walkable neighborhoods and a genuine sense of community that makes raising a family here feel grounded and intentional.

Student Demographics

173 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
159 (92%)
White
5 (3%)
Multiple Races
4 (2%)
Other
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners21 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged136 (79%)
Students with Disabilities25 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

374
Enrollment
15
Teachers (FTE)
24.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
24.2
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 · #2489 · 59th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found