Serving 2,728 students in grades 9-12, Arvin High School ranks in the bottom 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arvin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arvin High School's student population of 2,728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
School Rankings
Arvin High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arvin High School is 0.04, 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
#5708 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Arvin High School's ranking?
Arvin High School is ranked #5708 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arvin High School often compared to?
Arvin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Valley High School, Bakersfield High School, Independence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arvin High School?
The graduation rate of Arvin High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arvin High School?
2,728 students attend Arvin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Arvin High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arvin High School?
Arvin High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arvin High School offer ?
Arvin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arvin High School part of?
Arvin High School is part of Kern High School District.
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