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Whitethorn Elementary
Elementary School · Southern Humboldt Joint Unified
PO Box 28, Whitethorn, CA 95589
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
19:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Whitethorn Elementary
Elementary School in Whitethorn · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Whitethorn Elementary
Whitethorn Elementary is a public elementary school in Whitethorn, CA, part of Southern Humboldt Joint Unified. Whitethorn Elementary serves approximately 19 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19:1 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 Whitethorn Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 19 students, Whitethorn 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.
Whitethorn 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.
63% of students at Whitethorn 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Address
- PO Box 28, Whitethorn, CA 95589
- Phone
- (707) 986-7420
- 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 CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 28, Whitethorn, CA 95589
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitethorn Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 33.1 miles away, in nearby Scotia). Another option is Casterlin Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Blocksburg). Additionally, Leggett Valley Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Leggett). For more schools in Whitethorn, see our Whitethorn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whale Gulch Elementary Whitethorn | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Whale Gulch High Whitethorn | 3.2 mi | — |
| Osprey Learning Center Redway | 9.1 mi | — |
| Redway Elementary Redway | 9.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) Redway | 9.1 mi | — |
| Southern Humboldt Community Eureka | 9.3 mi | — |
| South Fork High Miranda | 16.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Miranda Junior High Miranda | 16.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Leggett Valley High Leggett | 15.8 mi | — |
| Leggett Valley Elementary Leggett | 15.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Honeydew Elementary Petrolia | 18.3 mi | — |
| Agnes J. Johnson Charter Weott | 20.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Casterlin Elementary Blocksburg | 22.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Casterlin High Blocksburg | 22.6 mi | — |
| Mattole Triple Junction High Petrolia | 27.8 mi | — |
| Mattole Elementary Petrolia | 27.8 mi | — |
| Bridgeville Elementary Bridgeville | 32.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary Scotia | 33.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Hoaglin-Zenia Elementary Mad River | 27.4 mi | — |
| Monument Middle Rio Dell | 34.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,074
Median Home Value
$439,000
Median Rent
$1,164/mo
Population
1,467
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
48.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitethorn Elementary
What grades does Whitethorn Elementary serve?
Whitethorn Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Whitethorn Elementary?
Whitethorn Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitethorn Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitethorn Elementary is 19:1. 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 Whitethorn Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitethorn Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whitethorn Elementary a charter school?
No, Whitethorn Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitethorn Elementary a Title I school?
No, Whitethorn Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitethorn Elementary?
94.7% of students at Whitethorn 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
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (707) 986-7420
Resources & Links
District
Southern Humboldt Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 645
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,602
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