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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whale Gulch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
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
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Hispanic
36%
56%
White
50%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
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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