Serving 2,405 students in grades 9-12, Hesperia 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hesperia High serves the northern part of Hesperia, CA, covering an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hesperia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hesperia High School's student population of 2,405 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,405 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres (24 ha)
School Rankings
Hesperia 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 Hesperia High School is 0.33, 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
#6628 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Scorpion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hesperia High School's ranking?
Hesperia High School is ranked #6628 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hesperia High School often compared to?
Hesperia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Hills High School, Sultana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hesperia High School?
The graduation rate of Hesperia High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Hesperia High School?
2,405 students attend Hesperia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hesperia High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hesperia High School?
Hesperia High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hesperia High School offer ?
Hesperia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hesperia High School part of?
Hesperia High School is part of Hesperia Unified School District.
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