Serving 682 students in grades 9-12, Caruthers 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caruthers High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Caruthers school district, covering approximately 45.6 square miles. Families residing within this area can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caruthers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Caruthers High School's student population of 682 students has grown 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
682 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caruthers 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 Caruthers High School is 0.22, 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
#7013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caruthers High School's ranking?
Caruthers High School is ranked #7013 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caruthers High School?
The graduation rate of Caruthers High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Caruthers High School?
682 students attend Caruthers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Caruthers High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caruthers High School?
Caruthers High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Caruthers High School offer ?
Caruthers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Caruthers High School part of?
Caruthers High School is part of Caruthers Unified School District.
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