Fresno High School is a four-year secondary school located in Fresno, California. It is part of the Fresno Unified School District. Fresno High is the oldest high school in the Fresno metropolitan area and one of the few International Baccalaureate schools.
Serving 2,009 students in grades 9-12, Fresno 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 2,009 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fresno High School's student population of 2,009 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1889
School Rankings
Fresno High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fresno High School is 0.42, 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
#8373 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fresno High School's ranking?
Fresno High School is ranked #8373 out of 9,602 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fresno High School?
The graduation rate of Fresno High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fresno High School?
2,009 students attend Fresno High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fresno High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fresno High School?
Fresno High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fresno High School offer ?
Fresno High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fresno High School part of?
Fresno High School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
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