Serving 2,292 students in grades 9-12, Modesto 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 94% 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: 2,292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Modesto High serves the west part of Modesto, CA, covering an area of approximately 56.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 18.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Modesto High School's student population of 2,292 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,292 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
School Rankings
Modesto 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 Modesto High School is 0.40, 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
#7136 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Modesto High School's ranking?
Modesto High School is ranked #7136 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Modesto High School often compared to?
Modesto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace M. Davis High School, Joseph A. Gregori High School, Peter Johansen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Modesto High School?
The graduation rate of Modesto High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Modesto High School?
2,292 students attend Modesto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Modesto High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Modesto High School?
Modesto High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Modesto High School offer ?
Modesto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Modesto High School part of?
Modesto High School is part of Modesto City High School District.
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