Parlier High School is a public high school in Parlier, California, United States. Parlier High School serves grades 9-12 in the Parlier Unified School District. Based on its state test results, it has received a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10.
Serving 901 students in grades 9-12, Parlier 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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: 901 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parlier High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Parlier, CA, encompassing approximately 20 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parlier High School's student population of 901 students has declined 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
901 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parlier 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 Parlier 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
#8830 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parlier High School's ranking?
Parlier High School is ranked #8830 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parlier High School?
The graduation rate of Parlier High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Parlier High School?
901 students attend Parlier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Parlier High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parlier High School?
Parlier High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parlier High School offer ?
Parlier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parlier High School part of?
Parlier High School is part of Parlier Unified School District.
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