Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wallen L. Andrews ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wallen L. Andrews's student population of 539 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Students First. Every Decision-Every Day.
School Rankings
Wallen L. Andrews ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallen L. Andrews is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3418 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallen L. Andrews's ranking?
Wallen L. Andrews is ranked #3418 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wallen L. Andrews often compared to?
Wallen L. Andrewsis often viewed alongside schools like Mill School And Technology Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wallen L. Andrews?
539 students attend Wallen L. Andrews.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Wallen L. Andrews students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallen L. Andrews?
Wallen L. Andrews has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wallen L. Andrews offer ?
Wallen L. Andrews offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wallen L. Andrews part of?
Wallen L. Andrews is part of Whittier City Elementary School District.
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