Tulare Union High School is a public school for secondary education in Tulare, Tulare County, California, United States. This high school is part of the Tulare Joint Union High School District, along with Tulare Western High School and Mission Oak High School, led by Superintendent Tony Rodriguez.
Serving 1,616 students in grades 9-12, Tulare Union 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 88% 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: 1,616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tulare Union High serves the northwest part of Tulare, CA, covering an area of approximately 58.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tulare Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tulare Union High School's student population of 1,616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,616 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tulare Union 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 Tulare Union 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
#4523 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Cardinal
School Mascot
Tribe
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tulare Union High School's ranking?
Tulare Union High School is ranked #4523 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tulare Union High School often compared to?
Tulare Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulare Western High School, Mission Oak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tulare Union High School?
The graduation rate of Tulare Union High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Tulare Union High School?
1,616 students attend Tulare Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Tulare Union High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tulare Union High School?
Tulare Union High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tulare Union High School offer ?
Tulare Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tulare Union High School part of?
Tulare Union High School is part of Tulare Joint Union High School District.
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