Below Average
#8507 of 9,539 schools in CA
T. L. Whitehead Elementary
Elementary School · Woodland Joint Unified
624 West Southwood Dr., Woodland, CA 95695
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,507 of 9,539
In Woodland
#15 of 17
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
Woodland Joint Unified
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T. L. Whitehead Elementary
Elementary School in Woodland · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About T. L. Whitehead Elementary
T. L. Whitehead Elementary is a public elementary school in Woodland, CA, part of Woodland Joint Unified.
T. L. Whitehead Elementary serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
T. L. Whitehead Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,507 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for T. L. Whitehead Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
T. L. Whitehead Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
41% of students at T. L. Whitehead 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.
Score Breakdown
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T. L. Whitehead Elementary — Students at T. L. Whitehead Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How T. L. Whitehead Elementary Compares
See how T. L. Whitehead Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
624 West Southwood Dr., Woodland, CA 95695
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T. L. Whitehead Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plainfield Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Freeman Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodland, see our Woodland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodland | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LIFT Global Academy Woodland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lee Middle Woodland | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Zamora Elementary Woodland | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Yolo County Special Education Woodland | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Community Woodland | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Rhoda Maxwell Elementary Woodland | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Dingle Elementary Woodland | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Gibson Elementary Woodland | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodland Senior High Woodland | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Freeman Elementary Woodland | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Plainfield Elementary Woodland | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodland Prairie Elementary Woodland | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodland | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Pioneer High Woodland | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Ramon S. Tafoya Elementary Woodland | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Cache Creek High (Continuation) Yolo | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95695 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,875
Median Home Value
$493,800
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
38,787
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.6
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| D. W. Babcock Elementary Sacramento, CA | 4.1 |
| Davis Elementary Stockton, CA | 4.1 |
| East Oakland Pride Elementary Oakland, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T. L. Whitehead Elementary
What grades does T. L. Whitehead Elementary serve?
T. L. Whitehead Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend T. L. Whitehead Elementary?
T. L. Whitehead Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T. L. Whitehead Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at T. L. Whitehead Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T. L. Whitehead Elementary rank in CA?
T. L. Whitehead Elementary ranks #8,507 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is T. L. Whitehead Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
T. L. Whitehead Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 T. L. Whitehead Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T. L. Whitehead Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is T. L. Whitehead Elementary a charter school?
No, T. L. Whitehead Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T. L. Whitehead Elementary a Title I school?
No, T. L. Whitehead Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T. L. Whitehead Elementary?
88.3% of students at T. L. Whitehead 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (530) 662-2824
Resources & Links
District
Woodland Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,483
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,138
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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