Serving 559 students in grades 9-12, Bret Harte 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bret Harte Union High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Altaville, CA, encompassing approximately 430.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 39.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bret Harte Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bret Harte Union High School's student population of 559 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing today's student for tomorrow's world
School Rankings
Bret Harte 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 Bret Harte Union High School is 0.51, 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
#4035 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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)21.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bullfrog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bret Harte Union High School's ranking?
Bret Harte Union High School is ranked #4035 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bret Harte Union High School often compared to?
Bret Harte Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calaveras High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bret Harte Union High School?
The graduation rate of Bret Harte Union High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Bret Harte Union High School?
559 students attend Bret Harte Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bret Harte Union High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bret Harte Union High School?
Bret Harte Union High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bret Harte Union High School offer ?
Bret Harte Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bret Harte Union High School part of?
Bret Harte Union High School is part of Bret Harte Union High School District.
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