Serving 604 students in grades 9-12, California City 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 88% 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: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: California City High serves the eastern part of California City, CA, encompassing an extensive attendance zone of approximately 471.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 13.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 21.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
California City High School's student population of 604 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
California City 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 California City High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#7106 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
28%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California City High School's ranking?
California City High School is ranked #7106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of California City High School?
The graduation rate of California City High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend California City High School?
604 students attend California City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of California City High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California City High School?
California City High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California City High School offer ?
California City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is California City High School part of?
California City High School is part of Mojave Unified School District.
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