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French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary
Elementary School · French Gulch-Whiskeytown Elementary
PO Drawer 368, French Gulch, CA 96033
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary
Elementary School in French Gulch · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary
French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is a public elementary school in French Gulch, CA, part of French Gulch-Whiskeytown Elementary. French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- PO Drawer 368, French Gulch, CA 96033
- Phone
- (530) 359-2151
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Drawer 368, French Gulch, CA 96033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Point Charter (rated 8.5/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Redding). Another option is Redding STEM Academy (rated 8.5/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Redding). Additionally, Grant Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Redding). For more schools in French Gulch, see our French Gulch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewiston Elementary Lewiston | 9.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Shasta Elementary Redding | 11.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Igo-Ono Elementary Igo | 15.0 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Redding | 14.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Mountain Lakes High Redding | 12.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Gateway Educational Options Shasta Lake | 12.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Gateway Community Day Redding | 12.3 mi | — |
| Buckeye School of the Arts Redding | 13.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Rocky Point Charter Redding | 13.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Redding STEM Academy Redding | 13.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Shasta County Special Education Redding | 13.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Shasta County Independent Study Redding | 13.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Pioneer Continuation High Redding | 14.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Shasta High Redding | 14.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Manzanita Elementary Redding | 14.6 mi | 7.1 |
| University Preparatory Redding | 14.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Shasta Collegiate Academy Redding | 14.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Central Valley High Redding | 13.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Redding | 15.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Shasta Lake Redding | 14.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,875
Median Rent
$1,300/mo
Population
245
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
82.2%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
60.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary
What grades does French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary serve?
French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary?
French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary a charter school?
No, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary a Title I school?
No, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary?
66.7% of students at French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Shasta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (530) 359-2151
Resources & Links
District
French Gulch-Whiskeytown Elementary- District Enrollment
- 15
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,389
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