Whale Gulch High School serves 7 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Attendance Zone: Whale Gulch High serves the northwest part of Whitethorn, CA, covering an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whale Gulch High School's student population of 7 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
7 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
High Achievement
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whale Gulch High School is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
15%
1%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Whale Gulch High School?
The graduation rate of Whale Gulch High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Whale Gulch High School?
7 students attend Whale Gulch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Whale Gulch High School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whale Gulch High School?
Whale Gulch High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whale Gulch High School offer ?
Whale Gulch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whale Gulch High School part of?
Whale Gulch High School is part of Leggett Valley Unified School District.
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