Linden High School is a four-year public high school in Linden, California, United States. It is a part of the Linden Unified School District.
Serving 743 students in grades 9-12, Linden 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linden High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Linden, CA, encompassing approximately 172.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Linden High School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
743 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1921
School Rankings
Linden 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 Linden High School is 0.48, 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
#6119 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden High School's ranking?
Linden High School is ranked #6119 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linden High School?
The graduation rate of Linden High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Linden High School?
743 students attend Linden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Linden High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden High School?
Linden High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Linden High School offer ?
Linden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Linden High School part of?
Linden High School is part of Linden Unified School District.
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