Turlock High School is a comprehensive high school located in Turlock, in the heart of the northern San Joaquin Valley in the U.S. state of California.
Serving 2,479 students in grades 9-12, Turlock 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turlock High School's student population of 2,479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Turlock 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 Turlock 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
#5516 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turlock High School's ranking?
Turlock High School is ranked #5516 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Turlock High School often compared to?
Turlock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John H. Pitman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turlock High School?
The graduation rate of Turlock High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Turlock High School?
2,479 students attend Turlock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Turlock High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turlock High School?
Turlock High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Turlock High School offer ?
Turlock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Turlock High School part of?
Turlock High School is part of Turlock Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School - Minimum Day
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
On September 7th I have 60 days left and now I have 38 days left. On day zero the psycologist is going to test my behavior and he is going to test me. and before 60 days I got 99's or 100's. And after 60 days he is gonna test me and then there going to do the IEP meetings or not after that. Then i will be in Turlock High School. when I'm gonna be in Turlock High School I don't know.
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