Whale Gulch High School serves 7 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whale Gulch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whale Gulch High School's student population of 7 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
High Achievement
School Rankings
The diversity score of Whale Gulch High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Hispanic
14%
56%
White
57%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Whale Gulch High School?
The graduation rate of Whale Gulch High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Whale Gulch High School?
7 students attend Whale Gulch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Whale Gulch High School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whale Gulch High School?
Whale Gulch High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Whale Gulch High School offer ?
Whale Gulch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Whale Gulch High School part of?
Whale Gulch High School is part of Leggett Valley Unified School District.
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