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R. D. White Elementary

Elementary School · Glendale Unified

744 East Doran St., Glendale, CA 91206

Enrollment

967

Student-Teacher

26.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,072 of 9,539

In Glendale

#11 of 22

public schools

In district

#20 of 31

Glendale Unified

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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R. D. White Elementary

6.2/10

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About R. D. White Elementary

R. D. White Elementary is a public elementary school in Glendale, CA, part of Glendale Unified.

R. D. White Elementary serves approximately 967 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

R. D. White Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,072 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for R. D. White Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

R. D. White Elementary runs 26.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,739
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

R. D. White Elementary — Students at R. D. White Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
53.8%
2024
Math
49.8%
ELA
48.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How R. D. White Elementary Compares

See how R. D. White Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in CA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Location

744 East Doran St., Glendale, CA 91206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering R. D. White Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horace Mann Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INCARNATION PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GLENDALE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Zangakner Glendale 0.4 mi
Jewel City Community Day Glendale 0.4 mi
Daily (Allan F.) High (Continuation) Glendale 0.4 mi 4.3
Woodrow Wilson Middle Glendale 0.4 mi 5.7
Armenian Fairytale Glendale 0.5 mi
John Marshall Elementary Glendale 0.6 mi 4.4
Incarnation Elementary Glendale 0.7 mi
INCARNATION PARISH SCHOOL Glendale 0.8 mi 6.9
Holy Family Elementary Glendale 0.9 mi
HOLY FAMILY GRADE SCHOOL Glendale 0.9 mi 5.8
Grand Educational Centre Glendale 0.9 mi
Salem Lutheran School Glendale 0.9 mi
HOLY FAMILY HIGH SCHOOL Glendale 1.0 mi 7.5
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale 0.9 mi 5.5
GLENDALE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Glendale 0.9 mi
Glendale High Glendale 1.0 mi 5.5
Columbus Elementary Glendale 0.9 mi 4.8
GLENDALE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale 0.9 mi 5.9
Horace Mann Elementary Glendale 1.3 mi 8.7
EDEN ACADEMY Glendale 1.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,684

Median Home Value

$1,094,100

Median Rent

$2,159/mo

Population

32,330

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

38.6%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about R. D. White Elementary

What grades does R. D. White Elementary serve?

R. D. White Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend R. D. White Elementary?

R. D. White Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 967 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at R. D. White Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at R. D. White Elementary is 26.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does R. D. White Elementary rank in CA?

R. D. White Elementary ranks #5,072 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is R. D. White Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

R. D. White Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at R. D. White Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, R. D. White Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is R. D. White Elementary a charter school?

No, R. D. White Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is R. D. White Elementary a Title I school?

No, R. D. White Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. D. White Elementary?

65.8% of students at R. D. White 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
967
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

Glendale Unified
District Enrollment
25,049
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,739
District Rank
#20 of 31

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