Del Norte High School or DNHS, located in Crescent City, California, is a public high school educating students from grades 9 through 12. It is the only regular public high school in Del Norte County. In 2008 DNHS was accredited for six years by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 918 students in grades 9-12, Del Norte 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 15-19% (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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Norte High School's student population of 918 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
918 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1898
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Norte 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 Del Norte High School is 0.70, 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
#6448 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and gold
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Norte High School's ranking?
Del Norte High School is ranked #6448 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?
15-19% 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 Del Norte High School?
The graduation rate of Del Norte High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Del Norte High School?
918 students attend Del Norte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Del Norte High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Norte High School?
Del Norte High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Norte High School offer ?
Del Norte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Norte High School part of?
Del Norte High School is part of Del Norte County Unified School District.
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