Serving 306 students in grades 9-12, Denair 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 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Denair High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Denair school district, covering approximately 56.4 square miles in Denair, CA. Parents can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denair High School's student population of 306 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Denair Unified School District empowers tomorrow's leaders through exemplary instruction and powerful innovative programs.
School Rankings
Denair 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 Denair High School is 0.52, 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
#6589 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)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyote
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denair High School's ranking?
Denair High School is ranked #6589 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Denair High School often compared to?
Denair High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turlock High School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denair High School?
The graduation rate of Denair High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Denair High School?
306 students attend Denair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Denair High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denair High School?
Denair High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Denair High School offer ?
Denair High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Denair High School part of?
Denair High School is part of Denair Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has a anti American Agenda. I do not recommend it.
5 10/10/2025
They have a great music program and excellent staff.
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