Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Happy Camp 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Happy Camp High serves the west part of the Happy Camp, CA school district, covering an expansive area of approximately 952.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point of the attendance zone located about 32.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Happy Camp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Happy Camp High School's student population of 41 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Happy Camp 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 Happy Camp High School is 0.74, 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
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
29%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 1996–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
32%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
27%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Camp High School's ranking?
Happy Camp High School is ranked #4999 out of 9,523 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Happy Camp High School?
The graduation rate of Happy Camp High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Happy Camp High School?
41 students attend Happy Camp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Happy Camp High School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Happy Camp High School?
Happy Camp High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Happy Camp High School offer ?
Happy Camp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Happy Camp High School part of?
Happy Camp High School is part of Siskiyou Union High School District.
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