Durham High School is a public secondary school in Durham, California, United States. Durham High is located in the heart of an agricultural community. Durham High School's current enrollment is around 300 students.
Serving 320 students in grades 9-12, Durham High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Durham High serves the entire Durham, CA school district, encompassing an area of approximately 181.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durham High School's student population of 320 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durham High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durham High School is 0.49, 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
#2531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durham High School's ranking?
Durham High School is ranked #2531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Durham High School often compared to?
Durham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chico High School, Pleasant Valley High School, Gridley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durham High School?
The graduation rate of Durham High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Durham High School?
320 students attend Durham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Durham High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durham High School?
Durham High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Durham High School offer ?
Durham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Durham High School part of?
Durham High School is part of Durham Unified School District.
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