Serving 1,323 students in grades 9-12, Delano High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Delano High School's student population of 1,323 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delano High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delano High School is 0.22, 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
#1685 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
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 Delano High School's ranking?
Delano High School is ranked #1685 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Delano High School often compared to?
Delano High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar E. Chavez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delano High School?
The graduation rate of Delano High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Delano High School?
1,323 students attend Delano High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Delano High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delano High School?
Delano High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Delano High School offer ?
Delano High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Delano High School part of?
Delano High School is part of Delano Joint Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School - Semester 1
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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