Serving 1,767 students in grades 9-12, Ukiah 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ukiah High serves the northern part of Ukiah, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ukiah High School's student population of 1,767 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,767 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres (24 ha)
School Rankings
Ukiah 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 Ukiah High School is 0.58, 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
#6506 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
34%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Ukiah High School's ranking?
Ukiah High School is ranked #6506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ukiah High School often compared to?
Ukiah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willits High School, Redwood Collegiate Academy, Fort Bragg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ukiah High School?
The graduation rate of Ukiah High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Ukiah High School?
1,767 students attend Ukiah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ukiah High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ukiah High School?
Ukiah High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ukiah High School offer ?
Ukiah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ukiah High School part of?
Ukiah High School is part of Ukiah Unified School District.
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