Serving 1,006 students in grades 9-12, Arcata High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arcata High School's student population of 1,006 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcata High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcata High School is 0.50, 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
#586 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
69%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcata High School's ranking?
Arcata High School is ranked #586 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arcata High School often compared to?
Arcata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eureka Senior High School, Mckinleyville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arcata High School?
The graduation rate of Arcata High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Arcata High School?
1,006 students attend Arcata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Arcata High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcata High School?
Arcata High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arcata High School offer ?
Arcata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arcata High School part of?
Arcata High School is part of Northern Humboldt Union High School District.
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