Mendocino Sunrise High School serves 9 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendocino Sunrise High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mendocino Sunrise High School's student population of 9 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
9 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mendocino Sunrise High School is 0.20, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
12%

Hispanic
11%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
89%
21%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
11%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Mendocino Sunrise High School?
The graduation rate of Mendocino Sunrise High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mendocino Sunrise High School?
9 students attend Mendocino Sunrise High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mendocino Sunrise High School students are White, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mendocino Sunrise High School?
Mendocino Sunrise High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mendocino Sunrise High School offer ?
Mendocino Sunrise High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mendocino Sunrise High School part of?
Mendocino Sunrise High School is part of Mendocino Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2008
The Mendocino Community High School (incorrectly listed as a continuation high school) is an amazing place for students to learn. The staff is made up of three Teachers and one Administrative Assistant. Students are encouraged to explore points of interest through self directed studies and self motivation is encouraged. Students receive individualized education plans nurtured by a caring staff. Students attending MCHS are lucky indeed!
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