Fred C. Beyer High School is a high school in Modesto, California, located in the Stanislaus County.
Serving 1,590 students in grades 9-12, Fred C. Beyer High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fred C. Beyer High School's student population of 1,590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fred C. Beyer High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred C. Beyer High School is 0.65, 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
#4782 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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: Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred C. Beyer High School's ranking?
Fred C. Beyer High School is ranked #4782 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fred C. Beyer High School often compared to?
Fred C. Beyer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James C. Enochs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fred C. Beyer High School?
The graduation rate of Fred C. Beyer High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fred C. Beyer High School?
1,590 students attend Fred C. Beyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Fred C. Beyer High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fred C. Beyer High School?
Fred C. Beyer High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fred C. Beyer High School offer ?
Fred C. Beyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fred C. Beyer High School part of?
Fred C. Beyer High School is part of Modesto City High School District.
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