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Sorensen Science Academy
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
11493 Rose Hedge Dr,
Whittier, CA
Whittier City Elementary School District
School Details
Head of School
Lilia Vargas
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
39%
Niche Grade
B-
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
39%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
42.1%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
15.1%
State Average
17.9%
Science
4.9%
State Average
9.9%
Student Diversity
Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
Hispanic
88.5%
Two or more races
4.7%
White
3.5%
Black
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/13/2025
Sorensen Science Academy is a vibrant and engaging school that truly values its students’ educational experience. They offer a variety of fundraisers, school events, and memorable field trips that keep families involved and students excited to learn. The staff is dedicated, and the inclusion of codi...
3/3/2022
Would not recommend this school at all. My child got bullied here and the staff did nothing about it. She was physically bullied by staff and students. I wouldn't recommend anyone bring their child to this school. My worst regret was enrolling her.
2/26/2019
My child attended Kindergarten at this school. Campus is outdated, children in Kindergarten are all cram out in a very small playground area, limited space to run and and significantly small backyard play set area to share with other students. For the older kids they have an open space area that loo...
3/13/2014
Since my daughter has been at Sorensen, I have seen nothing but improvements and my child loves it here. I think all the teachers and staff are very helpful and great at their jobs, especially the principal. She is truly an amazing principal and so dedicated to all the students and staff. I honestly...
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$671K - $1.4M
Homes For Sale
10
Average Home Value
$797,560
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
25%
Average Household Income
$112,040
% of College Grads
19.7%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,312 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
39.6%
Homes for Sale
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Parks in this Area
Pio Pico State Historic Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Whittier Dog Park
Guirado Park
- Basketball
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- Picnic Area
Sorensen Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Amigo Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
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McNees Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
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Sorensen Science Academy is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Whittier, CA and is served by the Whittier City Elementary School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 472 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 33% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 39% are proficient in reading. Sorensen Science Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $797,560. Discover additional schools in the area, like Whittier High School, El Rancho High School, Ruben Salazar Continuation School, and more. Learn more about what Whittier has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sorensen Science Academy.