Serving 345 students in grades 9-12, Calipatria 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 25-29% (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 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calipatria High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district and covers approximately 511.3 square miles in Calipatria, CA, with typical drives to the school taking between 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.5 miles, reaching up to 29.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calipatria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Calipatria High School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calipatria 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 Calipatria High School is 0.19, 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
#3542 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)36.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calipatria High School's ranking?
Calipatria High School is ranked #3542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Calipatria High School often compared to?
Calipatria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brawley Union High School, Calexico 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 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 Calipatria High School?
The graduation rate of Calipatria High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Calipatria High School?
345 students attend Calipatria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Calipatria High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calipatria High School?
Calipatria High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calipatria High School offer ?
Calipatria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calipatria High School part of?
Calipatria High School is part of Calipatria Unified School District.
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