Serving 566 students in grades 9-12, Mckinleyville 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McKinleyville High serves the northwest part of its district in McKinleyville, CA, covering an area of approximately 335.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 15.6 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 35.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinleyville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mckinleyville High School's student population of 566 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckinleyville 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 Mckinleyville High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#3542 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
9%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
21%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinleyville High School's ranking?
Mckinleyville High School is ranked #3542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mckinleyville High School often compared to?
Mckinleyville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arcata High School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckinleyville High School?
The graduation rate of Mckinleyville High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mckinleyville High School?
566 students attend Mckinleyville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mckinleyville High School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinleyville High School?
Mckinleyville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mckinleyville High School offer ?
Mckinleyville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mckinleyville High School part of?
Mckinleyville High School is part of Northern Humboldt Union High School District.
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