South Whittier Elementary

South Whittier Elementary is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 11200 Telechron Ave. in Whittier, California. Situated within the greater Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metropolitan region and categorized in a large suburban setting, the district operates six operational schools dedicated to serving students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Based on the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, South Whittier Elementary educates a student body of 2,258 children, including 1,183 male and 1,074 female students. The district reflects a culturally rich community, with a student demographic composed predominantly of Hispanic students (2,129), along with White (64), Asian (31), Black (16), and multiracial (15) learners.

To support its student population across elementary and middle school grades, South Whittier Elementary maintains a comprehensive workforce totaling approximately 538 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions. This dedicated team includes over 205 FTE classroom teachers, 45 FTE instructional aides, and 287 FTE support staff personnel, providing a well-rounded foundation of academic guidance, specialized classroom assistance, and administrative support. As a traditional, non-charter public school system focused on early childhood and early adolescent development, the district offers a stable educational infrastructure for local families. Parents, students, and researchers seeking additional information can reach the district office directly at (562) 944-6231 or explore their official web portal at www.swhittier.k12.ca.us.