Serving 566 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Bret Harte Union High School's student population of 566 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bret Harte Union High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bret Harte Union High School is 0.49, 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
#3568 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Bret Harte Union High School's ranking?
Bret Harte Union High School is ranked #3568 out of 9,602 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 87%.
How many students attend Bret Harte Union High School?
566 students attend Bret Harte Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bret Harte Union High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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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