Serving 956 students in grades Kindergarten-5, R. D. White Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. D. White Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
R. D. White Elementary School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R. D. White Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. D. White Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2089 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
8%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
86%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. D. White Elementary School's ranking?
R. D. White Elementary School is ranked #2089 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend R. D. White Elementary School?
956 students attend R. D. White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of R. D. White Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R. D. White Elementary School?
R. D. White Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does R. D. White Elementary School offer ?
R. D. White Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is R. D. White Elementary School part of?
R. D. White Elementary School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is R. D. White Elementary School located?
R. D. White Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Glendale, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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