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Whittier High

Whittier Union High · Los Angeles County · 12417 East Philadelphia Street, Whittier, CA 90601-3933

(562) 698-8121

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7/10
#387
Rank 387 out of 1,227
Top 31%
English Language Arts7/10 · #424 · 66th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #288 · 77th percentile
Science6/10 · #587 · 55th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Whittier High sits in the heart of historic Whittier, a city with a strong sense of community identity and a walkable, small-town feel that sets it apart from much of greater Los Angeles. The school performs solidly above average statewide, with math scores that stand out in particular, making it a decent option for families settling into the established neighborhoods nearby. It tends to appeal to families who value school spirit and local roots — Whittier High has deep ties to the community it's served for generations, and that pride shows up in the culture on campus.

Student Demographics

368 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
343 (93%)
White
17 (5%)
Other
8 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners52 (14%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged317 (86%)
Students with Disabilities60 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,652
Enrollment
77
Teachers (FTE)
21.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
23.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

95.8%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

18
AP Courses
offered
19.3%
AP Participation
of students
341
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Cardinals · CIF Southern Section

27
varsity sports
10 boys
12 girls
BaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Beach Volleyball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Flag Football (Girls)Football (11 person)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

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 Programs8/10 · #603 · 73rd percentile

118 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found