For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 57 students in 95589, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95589, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95589 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95589, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95589, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 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 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95589, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95589, CA include Whale Gulch Elementary School and Whitethorn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95589?
2 public elementary schools are located in 95589.
What is the racial composition of students in 95589?
95589 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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