Del Oro High School serves 1,391 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Oro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Del Oro High School's student population of 1,391 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Del Oro High School is 0.17, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Del Oro High School?
1,391 students attend Del Oro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Del Oro High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Oro High School?
Del Oro High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Oro High School offer ?
Del Oro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Oro High School part of?
Del Oro High School is part of Kern High School District.
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