Serving 355 students in grades 4-6, Lucille Whitehead Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucille Whitehead Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waterford school district, covering approximately 29 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucille Whitehead Intermediate is 0.45, 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
#6874 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bobcat Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucille Whitehead Intermediate's ranking?
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate is ranked #6874 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lucille Whitehead Intermediate?
355 students attend Lucille Whitehead Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lucille Whitehead Intermediate students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucille Whitehead Intermediate?
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lucille Whitehead Intermediate offer ?
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Lucille Whitehead Intermediate part of?
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate is part of Waterford Unified School District.
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