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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary
French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is a public elementary school in French Gulch, CA, part of the French Gulch-Whiskeytown Elementary. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math and 72% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $41,875, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 69.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 69.5% (2021).
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 7.9/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Redding). Another option is Redding STEM Academy (rated 7.6/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Redding). Additionally, Shasta Lake (rated 6.6/10, 14.5 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 | 4.6 |
| Shasta Elementary Redding | 11.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Igo-Ono Elementary Igo | 15.0 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary Redding | 14.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Mountain Lakes High Redding | 12.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Gateway Educational Options Shasta Lake | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Gateway Community Day Redding | 12.3 mi | — |
| Buckeye School of the Arts Redding | 13.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Rocky Point Charter Redding | 13.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Redding STEM Academy Redding | 13.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Shasta County Special Education Redding | 13.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Shasta County Independent Study Redding | 13.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Pioneer Continuation High Redding | 14.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Shasta High Redding | 14.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Manzanita Elementary Redding | 14.6 mi | 6.0 |
| University Preparatory Redding | 14.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Shasta Collegiate Academy Redding | 14.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Central Valley High Redding | 13.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Redding | 15.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Shasta Lake Redding | 14.5 mi | 6.6 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary has a median household income of $41,875. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, French Gulch-whiskeytown Elementary has 72.3% math proficiency and 72.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (439/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (530) 359-2151
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
French Gulch-Whiskeytown Elementary- District Enrollment
- 15
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,389
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