Buhach Colony High School is a public high school in Atwater, California, United States. Opened in 2001, the school is part of the Merced Union High School District. The school colors are black and gold, and the mascot is Thor.
Serving 1,704 students in grades 9-12, Buhach Colony 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buhach Colony High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buhach Colony High School's student population of 1,704 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buhach Colony High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buhach Colony High School is 0.48, 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
#6872 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thor, God Of Thunder
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buhach Colony High School's ranking?
Buhach Colony High School is ranked #6872 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buhach Colony High School often compared to?
Buhach Colony High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atwater High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buhach Colony High School?
The graduation rate of Buhach Colony High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Buhach Colony High School?
1,704 students attend Buhach Colony High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Buhach Colony High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buhach Colony High School?
Buhach Colony High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buhach Colony High School offer ?
Buhach Colony High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Buhach Colony High School part of?
Buhach Colony High School is part of Merced Union High School District.
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