Serving 1,986 students in grades 9-12, John H. Pitman 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 1,986 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John H. Pitman High serves the northwest part of Turlock, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John H. Pitman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John H. Pitman High School's student population of 1,986 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,986 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
John H. Pitman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John H. Pitman High School is 0.60, 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
#4446 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Silver, Dark green
School Mascot
Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John H. Pitman High School's ranking?
John H. Pitman High School is ranked #4446 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John H. Pitman High School often compared to?
John H. Pitman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turlock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John H. Pitman High School?
The graduation rate of John H. Pitman High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend John H. Pitman High School?
1,986 students attend John H. Pitman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of John H. Pitman High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John H. Pitman High School?
John H. Pitman High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John H. Pitman High School offer ?
John H. Pitman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John H. Pitman High School part of?
John H. Pitman High School is part of Turlock Unified School District.
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