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Waukena Joint Union Elementary

Waukena Joint Union Elementary · Tulare County · 19113 Road 28, Tulare, CA 93274-8924

(559) 686-3328 · www.waukenaschool.com

4/10
#3755
Rank 3755 out of 5,722
Top 66%
English Language Arts3/10 · #4055 · 29th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #3951 · 31st percentile
Science6/10 · #2669 · 52nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Waukena Joint Union Elementary sits in the agricultural heartland of Tulare County, serving a tight-knit rural community where farming families and local roots run deep. Science scores stand out compared to English and math, which may reflect the hands-on, land-connected learning that tends to resonate in communities like this one — though there's room to grow across the board academically. Families who value a small, close-knit school environment and don't mind the trade-offs of rural California living may find Waukena's community feel more than makes up for its academic challenges.

Student Demographics

139 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
128 (92%)
White
11 (8%)

Key Indicators

English Learners72 (52%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged122 (88%)
Students with Disabilities18 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

220
Enrollment
10
Teachers (FTE)
22:1
Student-Staff Ratio
0.5
Administrators (FTE)
20.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5897 · 1st percentile

0 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.