Serving 36 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Whale Gulch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whale Gulch Elementary serves the northwest part of Whitethorn, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 5 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whale Gulch Elementary School's student population of 36 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whale Gulch Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whale Gulch Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#4005 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whale Gulch Elementary School's ranking?
Whale Gulch Elementary School is ranked #4005 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Whale Gulch Elementary School?
36 students attend Whale Gulch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Whale Gulch Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whale Gulch Elementary School?
Whale Gulch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whale Gulch Elementary School offer ?
Whale Gulch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Whale Gulch Elementary School part of?
Whale Gulch Elementary School is part of Leggett Valley Unified School District.
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