Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Weed 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Weed High serves the eastern part of its school district in Weed, CA, covering an area of approximately 373.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 25 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weed High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Weed High School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Weed 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 Weed High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#4078 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weed High School's ranking?
Weed High School is ranked #4078 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Weed High School often compared to?
Weed High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Shasta High School, Yreka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weed High School?
The graduation rate of Weed High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Weed High School?
187 students attend Weed High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Weed High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weed High School?
Weed High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Weed High School offer ?
Weed High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Weed High School part of?
Weed High School is part of Siskiyou Union High School District.
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