Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Herlong High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Herlong High's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 265.7 square miles in Herlong, CA. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and extending to a maximum of 30.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herlong High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herlong High School's student population of 46 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
46 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We endeavor to help students become lifelong learners, gaining essential skills to graduate from high school and develop intellectual character for good citizenship.
School Rankings
Herlong 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 Herlong High School is 0.43, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herlong High School's ranking?
Herlong High School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Herlong High School often compared to?
Herlong High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Lassen Charter, Lassen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Herlong High School?
The graduation rate of Herlong High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Herlong High School?
46 students attend Herlong High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Herlong High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herlong High School?
Herlong High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herlong High School offer ?
Herlong High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Herlong High School part of?
Herlong High School is part of Fort Sage Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
In my days at Herlong High School, they seemed to be endless and i never felt like i had learned anything. Yes, i had great relationships with my teachers. But, they seemed more like my friends not my educators. The academics at this school are very low level. They do not have a music program and their gym is extremely small. They have no proper eating area. The area it's in makes it seem very ghetto, yes, i understand it is in the middel of a desert, but, seriously get some water and seeds for the football field. The grass is never truely green it's all shades of yellow and brown.
Over all i thik it should be shut down, rebulit and taken care of better.
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