Serving 1,678 students in grades 9-12, Mission Oak 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 84% 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: 1,678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission Oak High serves the southeast part of Tulare, CA, covering an area of approximately 184.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 17.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 23.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mission Oak High School's student population of 1,678 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,678 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Mission Oak 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 Mission Oak High School is 0.35, 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
#4194 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple & White
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Oak High School's ranking?
Mission Oak High School is ranked #4194 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Oak High School often compared to?
Mission Oak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulare Union High School, Tulare Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission Oak High School?
The graduation rate of Mission Oak High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mission Oak High School?
1,678 students attend Mission Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mission Oak High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Oak High School?
Mission Oak High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Oak High School offer ?
Mission Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission Oak High School part of?
Mission Oak High School is part of Tulare Joint Union High School District.
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