For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 59 students in Whitethorn, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Whitethorn, CA are Whale Gulch Elementary School and Whitethorn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whitethorn, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Whitethorn have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Whitethorn, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whale Gulch Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
76811 Usal Rd.
Whitethorn, CA 95589
(707) 986-7131
Whitethorn, CA 95589
(707) 986-7131
Gr: K-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Whitethorn Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16851 Briceland-thorn Rd.
Whitethorn, CA 95589
(707) 986-7420
Whitethorn, CA 95589
(707) 986-7420
Gr: K-6 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
76811 Usal Rd.
Whitethorn, CA 95589
(707) 986-7131
Whitethorn, CA 95589
(707) 986-7131
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Whitethorn, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Whitethorn, CA include Whale Gulch Elementary School and Whitethorn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Whitethorn?
3 public schools are located in Whitethorn.
What is the racial composition of students in Whitethorn?
Whitethorn public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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