Mendota High School is a public high school in Mendota, California, United States, attended largely by Hispanic-Americans. In the 2015–2016 school year, the school contained 755 students. 99% were Hispanic, with the remainder Asian.
Serving 1,065 students in grades 9-12, Mendota 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mendota High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mendota school district, covering approximately 321.1 square miles in and around Mendota, CA. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.4 miles and the furthest edge located 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendota 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
Mendota High School's student population of 1,065 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,065 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Scholars, Leaders, and Champions!
School Rankings
Mendota 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 Mendota High School is 0.02, 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
#4262 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
School Mascot
Aztec
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendota High School's ranking?
Mendota High School is ranked #4262 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mendota High School often compared to?
Mendota High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Cove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mendota High School?
The graduation rate of Mendota High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mendota High School?
1,065 students attend Mendota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mendota High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendota High School?
Mendota High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mendota High School offer ?
Mendota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mendota High School part of?
Mendota High School is part of Mendota Unified School District.
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