For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 18 students in French Gulch, CA.
The top-ranked public school in French Gulch, CA is French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
French Gulch, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in French Gulch have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in French Gulch, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11442 Cline Gulch Rd.
French Gulch, CA 96033
(530) 359-2151
French Gulch, CA 96033
(530) 359-2151
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in French Gulch, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in French Gulch, CA include French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in French Gulch?
1 public schools are located in French Gulch.
What is the racial composition of students in French Gulch?
French Gulch public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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