Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, Brawley Union 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brawley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brawley school district, covering approximately 860.2 square miles in and around Brawley, CA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being located 36 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brawley Union High School's student population of 1,863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,863 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brawley Union High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brawley Union High School is 0.12, 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
#4619 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brawley Union High School's ranking?
Brawley Union High School is ranked #4619 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brawley Union High School often compared to?
Brawley Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest High School, Calipatria High School, Calexico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brawley Union High School?
The graduation rate of Brawley Union High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Brawley Union High School?
1,863 students attend Brawley Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brawley Union High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% 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 Brawley Union High School?
Brawley Union High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brawley Union High School offer ?
Brawley Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brawley Union High School part of?
Brawley Union High School is part of Brawley Union High School District.
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