Mira Loma High School is a public high school located in Arden-Arcade, California, United States. It is located south of Interstate 80, and east of Watt Avenue. It is a part of the San Juan Unified School District with a student body of approximately 1700 students from northeast Arden-Arcade and western Carmichael.
Serving 1,655 students in grades 9-12, Mira Loma High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mira Loma High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mira Loma High School's student population of 1,655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Respecting the uniqueness of each child.
School Rankings
Mira Loma High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mira Loma High School is 0.75, 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
#2424 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Matadors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mira Loma High School's ranking?
Mira Loma High School is ranked #2424 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mira Loma High School often compared to?
Mira Loma High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Camino Fundamental High School, Rio Americano High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mira Loma High School?
The graduation rate of Mira Loma High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mira Loma High School?
1,655 students attend Mira Loma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Mira Loma High School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mira Loma High School?
Mira Loma High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mira Loma High School offer ?
Mira Loma High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mira Loma High School part of?
Mira Loma High School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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