Serving 330 students in grades 9-12, Mammoth 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mammoth High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mammoth Lakes, CA, covering approximately 408 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mammoth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mammoth High School's student population of 330 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Mammoth 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 Mammoth High School is 0.49, 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
#3106 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
White
31%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mammoth High School's ranking?
Mammoth High School is ranked #3106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mammoth High School?
The graduation rate of Mammoth High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mammoth High School?
330 students attend Mammoth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mammoth High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mammoth High School?
Mammoth High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mammoth High School offer ?
Mammoth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mammoth High School part of?
Mammoth High School is part of Mammoth Unified School District.
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