Kingsburg High School is a public high school in Kingsburg, California, United States. The school is part of the Kingsburg Joint Union High School District. Its mascot is the Viking and its school colors are green and gold. As of 2018, the enrollment was 1,071 students.
Serving 1,073 students in grades 9-12, Kingsburg High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 70% 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: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingsburg High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kingsburg, CA, encompassing approximately 98.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kingsburg High School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,073 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
School Rankings
Kingsburg 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 Kingsburg High School is 0.50, 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
#2763 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsburg High School's ranking?
Kingsburg High School is ranked #2763 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kingsburg High School often compared to?
Kingsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Hoover High School, Laton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kingsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Kingsburg High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Kingsburg High School?
1,073 students attend Kingsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Kingsburg High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsburg High School?
Kingsburg High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kingsburg High School offer ?
Kingsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kingsburg High School part of?
Kingsburg High School is part of Kingsburg Joint Union High School District.
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