Lathrop High School, located in Lathrop, California, United States, is a secondary school in the Manteca Unified School District. Its doors opened on August 11, 2008. LHS is known as the "Home of the Spartans".
Serving 1,486 students in grades 9-12, Lathrop 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 22% (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 91% 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: 1,486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lathrop High serves the west part of Lathrop, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.1 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lathrop High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lathrop High School's student population of 1,486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,486 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect the SHIELD
School Rankings
Lathrop 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 Lathrop High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3916 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
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)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Sparta
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lathrop High School's ranking?
Lathrop High School is ranked #3916 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lathrop High School often compared to?
Lathrop High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weston Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% 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 Lathrop High School?
The graduation rate of Lathrop High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Lathrop High School?
1,486 students attend Lathrop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lathrop High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lathrop High School?
Lathrop High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lathrop High School offer ?
Lathrop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lathrop High School part of?
Lathrop High School is part of Manteca Unified School District.
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