Serving 1,672 students in grades 9-12, Wasco 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 97% 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: 1,672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wasco High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Wasco, CA, covering approximately 770.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 24.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 49.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wasco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wasco High School's student population of 1,672 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,672 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wasco 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 Wasco High School is 0.12, 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
#5265 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Orange
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wasco High School's ranking?
Wasco High School is ranked #5265 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wasco High School?
The graduation rate of Wasco High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Wasco High School?
1,672 students attend Wasco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wasco High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wasco High School?
Wasco High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wasco High School offer ?
Wasco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wasco High School part of?
Wasco High School is part of Wasco Union High School District.
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