Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-3, White Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: White Oaks Elementary serves the southeast part of San Carlos, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
White Oaks Elementary School's student population of 250 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
250 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
White Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Oaks Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#89 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
47%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
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Asian
16%
12%
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Hispanic
14%
56%
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White
50%
20%
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Two or more races
20%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
White Oaks Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are White Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
White Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brittan Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend White Oaks Elementary School?
250 students attend White Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of White Oaks Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Asian, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Oaks Elementary School?
White Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does White Oaks Elementary School offer ?
White Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is White Oaks Elementary School part of?
White Oaks Elementary School is part of San Carlos Elementary School District.
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