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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Whitethorn Elementary
Whitethorn Elementary is a public elementary school in Whitethorn, CA, part of the Southern Humboldt Joint Unified. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Students demonstrate 17% proficiency in math, 19 points below the state average and 38% in reading/language arts, 9 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $45,074, where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Whitethorn 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, Whitethorn 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 – 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 23.08% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 46.15% (2024).
Location
PO Box 28, Whitethorn, CA 95589
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitethorn Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Casterlin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Blocksburg). Another option is Whale Gulch Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away). Additionally, Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 33.1 miles away, in nearby Scotia). 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 | 8.1 |
| Whale Gulch High Whitethorn | 3.2 mi | — |
| Osprey Learning Center Redway | 9.1 mi | — |
| Redway Elementary Redway | 9.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Osprey Learning Center (Alternative) Redway | 9.1 mi | — |
| Southern Humboldt Community Eureka | 9.3 mi | — |
| South Fork High Miranda | 16.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Miranda Junior High Miranda | 16.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Leggett Valley High Leggett | 15.8 mi | — |
| Leggett Valley Elementary Leggett | 15.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Honeydew Elementary Petrolia | 18.3 mi | — |
| Agnes J. Johnson Charter Weott | 20.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Casterlin Elementary Blocksburg | 22.6 mi | 9.2 |
| 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 | 3.9 |
| Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary Scotia | 33.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Hoaglin-Zenia Elementary Mad River | 27.4 mi | — |
| Monument Middle Rio Dell | 34.4 mi | 4.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Whitethorn Elementary has a median household income of $45,074. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $439,000, with a median rent of $1,164/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Whitethorn Elementary has 16.5% math proficiency and 38.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (580/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (707) 986-7420
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Southern Humboldt Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 645
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,602
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