Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Parker Whitney Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parker Whitney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parker Whitney Elementary School's student population of 422 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Parker Whitney Elementary, a California Distinguished School and a key component of a diverse learning community, is to ensure each student will experience meaningful and measurable academic growth and build a strong, active connection to h
School Rankings
Parker Whitney Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parker Whitney Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1924 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parker Whitney Elementary School's ranking?
Parker Whitney Elementary School is ranked #1924 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Parker Whitney Elementary School often compared to?
Parker Whitney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Parker Whitney Elementary School?
422 students attend Parker Whitney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Parker Whitney Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parker Whitney Elementary School?
Parker Whitney Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parker Whitney Elementary School offer ?
Parker Whitney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Parker Whitney Elementary School part of?
Parker Whitney Elementary School is part of Rocklin Unified School District.
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