Coalinga High School is a public high school in Coalinga, California. It lies southwest of Fresno, California and northeast of San Luis Obispo, California. It serves both the communities of Coalinga and Huron. It is a member of the West Sierra League Conference. Its mascot is the Horned Toad.
Serving 1,256 students in grades 9-12, Coalinga 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 1,256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coalinga High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 919.1 square miles in Coalinga, CA. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 27 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coalinga High School's student population of 1,256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,256 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coalinga 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 Coalinga High School is 0.25, 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
#6732 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Horned Toad
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coalinga High School's ranking?
Coalinga High School is ranked #6732 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coalinga High School?
The graduation rate of Coalinga High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Coalinga High School?
1,256 students attend Coalinga High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Coalinga High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coalinga High School?
Coalinga High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coalinga High School offer ?
Coalinga High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Coalinga High School part of?
Coalinga High School is part of Coalinga-Huron Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Coalinga High School located?
Coalinga High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Coalinga, CA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school is great about keeping parents involved in
Review Coalinga High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
