McLane High School is a 9-12 public high school in Fresno, California, United States. Located at the corner of Cedar and Clinton, it is part of the Fresno Unified School District.
Serving 2,045 students in grades 9-12, Mclane 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,045 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mclane High School's student population of 2,045 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclane 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 Mclane High School is 0.42, 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
#8805 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclane High School's ranking?
Mclane High School is ranked #8805 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mclane High School?
The graduation rate of Mclane High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mclane High School?
2,045 students attend Mclane High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mclane High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclane High School?
Mclane High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mclane High School offer ?
Mclane High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mclane High School part of?
Mclane High School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mclane High School located?
Mclane High School is located in the McLane neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in McLane.
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