Trona High School is a public high school in Trona, California, United States.
Serving 116 students in grades 7-12, Trona 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Trona High School's student population of 116 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trona High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trona High School is 0.54, 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
#6978 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tornado
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trona High School's ranking?
Trona High School is ranked #6978 out of 9,602 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trona High School?
The graduation rate of Trona High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Trona High School?
116 students attend Trona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Trona High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trona High School?
Trona High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Trona High School offer ?
Trona High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Trona High School part of?
Trona High School is part of Trona Joint Unified School District.
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