Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mintie White Elementary School 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mintie White Elementary serves the southeast part of Watsonville, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mintie White Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Mighty Eagles
School Rankings
Mintie White Elementary School 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 Mintie White Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#9169 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mintie White Elementary School's ranking?
Mintie White Elementary School is ranked #9169 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mintie White Elementary School?
493 students attend Mintie White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mintie White Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mintie White Elementary School?
Mintie White Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mintie White Elementary School offer ?
Mintie White Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mintie White Elementary School part of?
Mintie White Elementary School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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