Serving 967 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (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 967 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
R. D. White Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. D. White Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2227 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
87%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. D. White Elementary School's ranking?
R. D. White Elementary School is ranked #2227 out of 9,523 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
967 students attend R. D. White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of R. D. White Elementary School students are White, 7% 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 21:1.
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.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School- Minimum Day
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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