Serving 703 students in grades 8-12, Calaveras 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calaveras High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Calaveras High School's student population of 703 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
703 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Calaveras High School is to educate, empower, and inspire all students.
School Rankings
Calaveras 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 Calaveras High School is 0.51, 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
#7013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
66%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calaveras High School's ranking?
Calaveras High School is ranked #7013 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Calaveras High School often compared to?
Calaveras High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bret Harte Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calaveras High School?
The graduation rate of Calaveras High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Calaveras High School?
703 students attend Calaveras High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Calaveras High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Calaveras High School?
Calaveras High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calaveras High School offer ?
Calaveras High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Calaveras High School part of?
Calaveras High School is part of Calaveras Unified School District.
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